March weather forecastMerricourt, ND
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Merricourt, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 23°F (-5°C).Temperature
As February transitions into March, Merricourt sees a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). During the month of March, Merricourt experiences a steady low-temperature average of 23°F (-5°C).Humidity
In Merricourt, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Merricourt, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Merricourt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Merricourt, during March, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In Merricourt, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.6 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:03 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 Merricourt, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"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).
Average wind speed in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).
Average rainfall in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average rainfall in March: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").
Average rainfall days in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average snowfall in March: 2.48"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Merricourt, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in March
Merricourt, ND
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).
