March weather forecastWesthope, ND
March
Weather in March
March signals a modest rise in temperatures making for slightly less hostile conditions in Westhope, North Dakota. Compared to the biting cold of January and February, March provides a bit of relief with the high temperature rising to an average of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C). This month also brings an increase in rainfall to 1.06" (27mm), offering a welcome change from months of ceaseless snow. March is when wintery silence begins to fade, as puddles become a common sighting beneath the melting snow. By the end of March, the grip of winter loosens a fraction more as measures of moisture appear more as drizzles than snowflakes.Temperature
March is marked by a significant increase, with the average high-temperature advancing from a freezing cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C) in February to a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). March witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a still subzero cold 16.9°F (-8.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 87%.Rainfall
In Westhope, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Westhope, there are 106.7 rainfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Westhope, during March, snow falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow. In Westhope, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.1 days and aggregates up to 24.17" (614mm) 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 7:24 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:21 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
The average sunshine in March is 4.2h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Westhope, ND
- Average high temperature in March: 31.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 16.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Westhope, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Westhope, ND
- Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Westhope, ND
- Average humidity in March: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).
Average rainfall in March
Westhope, ND
- Average rainfall in March: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").
Average rainfall days in March
Westhope, ND
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Westhope, ND
- Average snowfall in March: 3.62"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Westhope, ND
- Average snowfall days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Westhope, ND
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Westhope, ND
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Westhope, 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
Westhope, ND
- Average cloud cover in March: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in March
Westhope, 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 and February (4mi).
