March weather forecast
Hillsboro, ND

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Weather in March

March witnesses an important transition in Hillsboro, marking the end of snow-filled scenes as temperatures edge towards 34.3°F (1.3°C) highs and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) lows. Steadily increasing daylight hours offer greater opportunities for enjoying outdoor activities. Frequent rainfall begins to replace the majority of snowfall, leading to a transformation in the city's landscape. Often, the emerging buds on trees signal the return of spring and life to the town's verdant spaces.

Temperature

The start of March brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 18.7°F (-7.4°C) to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) is recorded during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Hillsboro is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hillsboro, in March, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hillsboro, during March, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68 snowfall days, and 22.13" (562mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Hillsboro is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hillsboro in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hillsboro in March?

In Hillsboro, in March, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, North Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Hillsboro?

On the first day of March in Hillsboro, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Hillsboro?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Hillsboro, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Hillsboro?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hillsboro?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average temperature in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average pressure in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average wind speed in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average humidity in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average rainfall in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average snowfall in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average UV index in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Hillsboro, ND

Average visibility in March - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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