March weather forecastMontpelier, ND
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Montpelier, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).Temperature
March's arrival witnesses a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's subzero cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C) to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). Montpelier's temperature lowers to a mean of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) during the nights in March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Montpelier is 84%.Rainfall
In March, in Montpelier, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montpelier, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.6 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Montpelier are January through May, October through December. In Montpelier, during March, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63 snowfall days, and 20.91" (531mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Montpelier is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March in Montpelier, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:02 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 Montpelier is 4.9h.UV index
In Montpelier, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average high temperature in March: 35.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 20.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average humidity in March: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).
Average rainfall in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average rainfall in March: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average snowfall in March: 3.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Montpelier, 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 54min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).
Average UV index in March
Montpelier, 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 and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average cloud cover in March: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in March
Montpelier, ND
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).
