March weather forecast
Belle Plaine, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Belle Plaine, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a clear temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). During March, Belle Plaine consistently records a temperature low averaging a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Belle Plaine is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Belle Plaine, there are 96.6 rainfall days, and 10.35" (263mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Belle Plaine, in March, during 5.6 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Belle Plaine, there are 48.6 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Belle Plaine, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Belle Plaine, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Belle Plaine during March?

During March, Belle Plaine experiences an average high-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Belle Plaine?

In March, the average relative humidity in Belle Plaine is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Belle Plaine?

In Belle Plaine, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Belle Plaine in March?

In March, in Belle Plaine, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Belle Plaine?

In Belle Plaine, Minnesota, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Belle Plaine?

On the first day of March in Belle Plaine, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Belle Plaine, Minnesota, 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 Belle Plaine?

The average sunshine duration in March in Belle Plaine is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Belle Plaine?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Belle Plaine is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average temperature in March - Belle Plaine, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Belle Plaine, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average wind speed in March - Belle Plaine, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average humidity in March - Belle Plaine, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average rainfall in March - Belle Plaine, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Belle Plaine, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average snowfall in March - Belle Plaine, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Belle Plaine, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Belle Plaine, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Belle Plaine, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average UV index in March - Belle Plaine, 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
Belle Plaine, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Belle Plaine, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Belle Plaine, MN

Average visibility in March - Belle Plaine, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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