March weather forecast
Velva, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Velva, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and max 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

Velva's March weather is characterized by a distinct upsurge in high-temperatures, soaring from February's freezing cold 19°F (-7.2°C) to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). Throughout the month of March, Velva reports a steady low-temperature average of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Velva, in March, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Velva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Velva, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Velva, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Velva, North Dakota, is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Velva, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:13 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 Velva, the average sunshine in March is 4.8h.

UV index

In Velva, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Velva?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Velva?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Velva?

In Velva, in March, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Velva?

In Velva, in March, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Velva?

In March, the average day length in Velva, North Dakota, is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Velva?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Velva, 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 Velva have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Velva, North Dakota, is 4.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Velva?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Velva is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Velva, ND

Average temperature in March - Velva, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Velva, ND

Average pressure in March - Velva, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Velva, ND

Average wind speed in March - Velva, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Velva, ND

Average humidity in March - Velva, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

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Average rainfall in March
Velva, ND

Average rainfall in March - Velva, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Velva, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Velva, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Velva, ND

Average snowfall in March - Velva, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Velva, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 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
Velva, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Velva, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Velva, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Velva, ND

Average UV index in March - Velva, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Velva, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Velva, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Velva, ND

Average visibility in March - Velva, 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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