March weather forecast
Westhope, ND

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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's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, escalating from a subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C) in February to a still freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Throughout March, the nighttime temperature averages to a still subzero cold 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

In Westhope, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

In Westhope, North Dakota, 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, in March, snow falls for 15.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 90.1 snowfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Westhope 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

In Westhope, the average sunshine in March is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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 average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Westhope?

In Westhope, in March, the average high-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Westhope?

In Westhope, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March in Westhope?

In Westhope, North Dakota, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Westhope?

In Westhope, in March, during 15.3 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Westhope have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Westhope?

On the first day of March in Westhope, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Westhope?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Westhope is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Westhope?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Westhope, ND

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).

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Average pressure in March
Westhope, ND

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Westhope, ND

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).

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Average humidity in March
Westhope, ND

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Westhope, ND

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Westhope, ND

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Westhope, ND

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Westhope, ND

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).

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

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

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Westhope, ND

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).

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Average UV index in March
Westhope, ND

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Westhope, ND

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).

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Average visibility in March
Westhope, ND

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).

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