March weather forecast
Altura, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Altura, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average high of 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

A notable increase in the average high-temperature is observed during March, soaring from a freezing cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C) in February to a cold 39.2°F (4°C). Altura records an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in March.

Humidity

In Altura, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Altura, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Altura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.7 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Altura, during March, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Altura, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.2 days and aggregates up to 21.65" (550mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Altura, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Altura, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Altura, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In Altura, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.2°F (4°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Altura, during March, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Altura have in March?

In Altura, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in March
Altura, MN

Average temperature in March - Altura, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Altura, MN

Average pressure in March - Altura, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Altura, MN

Average wind speed in March - Altura, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Altura, MN

Average humidity in March - Altura, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Altura, MN

Average rainfall in March - Altura, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Altura, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Altura, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Altura, MN

Average snowfall in March - Altura, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Altura, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Altura, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Altura, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Altura, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Altura, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Altura, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Altura, MN

Average UV index in March - Altura, MN
  • 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Altura, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Altura, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Altura, MN

Average visibility in March - Altura, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, July and December (5mi).

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