Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
A notable increase in the average high-temperature is observed during March, soaring from a freezing cold 17.2°F (-8.2°C) in February to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). Portal's temperature drops to an average low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) during the nights of March.Humidity
In Portal, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.Rainfall
In Portal, in March, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Portal, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.6 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Portal are January through May, October through December. In Portal, during March, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Portal, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.2 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:20 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 Portal, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Portal, ND
- Average high temperature in March: 33.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 19.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Portal, 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 (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Portal, ND
- Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Portal, ND
- Average humidity in March: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).
Average rainfall in March
Portal, ND
- Average rainfall in March: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").
Average rainfall days in March
Portal, ND
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Portal, ND
- Average snowfall in March: 2.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Portal, ND
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Portal, ND
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Portal, ND
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Portal, 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, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Portal, ND
- Average cloud cover in March: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in March
Portal, 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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