March weather forecastWahpeton, ND
March
Weather in March
As March ushers in spring, the climatic conditions in Wahpeton make a significant shift from February’s cold days. Notably, snowfall days average around 8.6, a drastic reduction from February's 13.3. Outdoor activities may increase in March as the weather continues to transition into more bearable temperatures forecasting for a more tolerable month of April. Visitor rates may begin to surge due to the upwards shift in temperature, even though cold days persist. Daylight hours also extend, signaling more opportunities to explore the city's offerings.Temperature
As March begins, there is a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C) in February to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). Wahpeton records an average nighttime low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in March.Humidity
In Wahpeton, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In Wahpeton, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wahpeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wahpeton, North Dakota, in March, during 8.6 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.6 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Wahpeton, North Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:54 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 March, the average sunshine is 4.9h.UV index
In Wahpeton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average high temperature in March: 36°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 (17.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and September (65%).
Average rainfall in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average rainfall in March: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average snowfall in March: 2.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Wahpeton, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Wahpeton, ND
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in March
Wahpeton, 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).
