March weather forecastMapleton, ND
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Mapleton, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).Temperature
The shift into March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a subzero cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C) in February to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). Mapleton sees an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) during March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Mapleton is 83%.Rainfall
In March, in Mapleton, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mapleton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.6 days and collects up to 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mapleton, North Dakota, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mapleton, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 67 days and aggregates up to 18.03" (458mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Mapleton, North Dakota, is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March in Mapleton, 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 7:56 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 4.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mapleton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Mapleton, ND
- Average high temperature in March: 35.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.9°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 (3.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Mapleton, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Mapleton, ND
- Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Mapleton, ND
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).
Average rainfall in March
Mapleton, ND
- Average rainfall in March: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in March
Mapleton, ND
- Average rainfall days in March: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Mapleton, ND
- Average snowfall in March: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Mapleton, ND
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mapleton, ND
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
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: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Mapleton, ND
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).
Average UV index in March
Mapleton, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Mapleton, ND
- Average cloud cover in March: 61
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in March
Mapleton, 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).
