March weather forecast
Sims, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sims, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Sims sees a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). Sims, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sims, in March, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sims, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.3 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sims, in March, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 18.27" (464mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:14 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 Sims, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In Sims, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Sims?

Sims in March has an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sims?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sims?

In Sims, North Dakota, in March, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sims in March?

In Sims, in March, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sims have in March?

In March, the average day length in Sims is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sims?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Sims, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Sims?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Sims have in March?

In Sims, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Sims?

In Sims, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sims, ND

Average temperature in March - Sims, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°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 (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sims, ND

Average pressure in March - Sims, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Sims, ND

Average wind speed in March - Sims, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sims, ND

Average humidity in March - Sims, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sims, ND

Average rainfall in March - Sims, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sims, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Sims, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sims, ND

Average snowfall in March - Sims, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Sims, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Sims, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sims, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sims, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sims, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Sims, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sims, ND

Average UV index in March - Sims, 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 November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Sims, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Sims, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in March
Sims, ND

Average visibility in March - Sims, 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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