March weather forecast
Balaton, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Balaton, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a noticeable temperature rise, soaring from a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C) in February to a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C). In March, Balaton experiences a temperature dip to an average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Balaton, during March, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.5 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Balaton, Minnesota, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Balaton, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:50 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 in Balaton is 6h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

During March, Balaton experiences an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Balaton is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Balaton, in March, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Balaton in March?

In Balaton, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Balaton, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Balaton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Balaton, MN

Average temperature in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Balaton, MN

Average pressure in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Balaton, MN

Average wind speed in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Balaton, MN

Average humidity in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Balaton, MN

Average rainfall in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Balaton, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Balaton, MN

Average snowfall in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Balaton, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Balaton, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Balaton, MN

Average UV index in March - Balaton, MN
  • 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Balaton, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Balaton, MN

Average visibility in March - Balaton, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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