March weather forecast
Mandan, ND

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Scenic fields and vast spaces laden with green trees and shrubs in this place near the Mandan Community of North Dakota
Scenic fields and vast spaces laden with green trees and shrubs in this place near the Mandan Community of North Dakota

Weather in March

In Mandan, March serves as a gateway to spring, featuring warmer temperatures and receding snowfall. Relative humidity drops from 87% in February to 80%, hinting at the atmospheric changes. The average snowfall in March is 2.91" (74mm), marking a downward trend from its January peak. Though the biting winds of the winter are in decline, they should not be underestimated. With increasing daylight hours, expect brighter and slightly more comfortable days.

Temperature

As March arrives, Mandan's weather displays a notable increase in high-temperatures, climbing from February's freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). In Mandan, the expected average low-temperature for March is a freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Mandan, in March, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mandan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.3 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mandan. In Mandan, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Mandan, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 18.27" (464mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Mandan, North Dakota, is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:12 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In Mandan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Mandan in March?

During March, Mandan experiences an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mandan?

In Mandan, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Mandan in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Mandan?

In Mandan, North Dakota, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mandan have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Mandan?

On the first day of March in Mandan, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Mandan, 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 Mandan?

In Mandan, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Mandan?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Mandan, ND

Average temperature in March - Mandan, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mandan, ND

Average pressure in March - Mandan, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Mandan, ND

Average wind speed in March - Mandan, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mandan, ND

Average humidity in March - Mandan, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mandan, ND

Average rainfall in March - Mandan, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mandan, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Mandan, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mandan, ND

Average snowfall in March - Mandan, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mandan, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Mandan, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mandan, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Mandan, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mandan, ND

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Mandan, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Mandan, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in March
Mandan, ND

Average visibility in March - Mandan, 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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