March weather forecast
Valley City, ND

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Weather in March

Transitioning towards spring, the weather in March in Valley City experiences some warming. A noteworthy reduction in snowfall is observed from the highs of February. Despite an increase in average temperatures, a chill in the air, particularly during early mornings, is still prevalent. This month experiences a higher number of rainfall days, up to a significant 6.7 days. There is also an expansion in daylight hours this month, promising more sunshine.

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a considerable temperature increase, with the average high-temperature soaring from a freezing cold 19.2°F (-7.1°C) in February to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). Valley City, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Valley City, in March, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Valley City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.8 days and collects up to 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Valley City are January through May, October through December. In March, in Valley City, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. In Valley City, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Valley City is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:00 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 in Valley City, North Dakota, is 4.5h.

UV index

In Valley City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Valley City?

The high-temperature in Valley City during March is 34.9°F (1.6°C) and the low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Valley City?

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Valley City in March?

In Valley City, North Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Valley City?

In March, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Valley City?

The average day length in March in Valley City is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Valley City?

On the first day of March in Valley City, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Valley City, North Dakota, 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 Valley City have in March?

In Valley City, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Valley City?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Valley City is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Valley City, ND

Average temperature in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Valley City, ND

Average pressure in March - Valley City, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Valley City, ND

Average wind speed in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Valley City, ND

Average humidity in March - Valley City, 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 (61%).

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Average rainfall in March
Valley City, ND

Average rainfall in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Valley City, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Valley City, ND

Average snowfall in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Valley City, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 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
Valley City, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Valley City, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Valley City, ND

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Valley City, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Valley City, ND

Average visibility in March - Valley City, 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).

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