March weather forecastNapoleon, ND
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Napoleon, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).Temperature
The beginning of March marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). Napoleon reports a consistent average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) throughout March nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. In Napoleon, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.Daylight
In Napoleon, North Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:07 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in March
Napoleon, ND
- Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°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 (6.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Napoleon, ND
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Napoleon, ND
- Average wind speed in March: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Napoleon, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Napoleon, ND
- Average rainfall in March: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Napoleon, ND
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Napoleon, ND
- Average snowfall in March: 4.25"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Napoleon, ND
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Napoleon, ND
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Napoleon, ND
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Napoleon, 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 January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Napoleon, ND
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in March
Napoleon, 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).





