March weather forecast
Blooming Prairie, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, escalating from a subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C) in February to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). The nighttime temperature in Blooming Prairie dips to a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) on average during March.

Humidity

In Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Blooming Prairie, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, during March, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Blooming Prairie, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 23.98" (609mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:38 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 is 5.4h.

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 rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Blooming Prairie during March?

In Blooming Prairie, in March, the average high-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Blooming Prairie, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Blooming Prairie, during March, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Blooming Prairie have in March?

In Blooming Prairie, 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 6:47 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:38 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Blooming Prairie, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Blooming Prairie, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°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 (7.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average pressure in March - Blooming Prairie, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average wind speed in March - Blooming Prairie, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average humidity in March - Blooming Prairie, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average rainfall in March - Blooming Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Blooming Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average snowfall in March - Blooming Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Blooming Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Blooming Prairie, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Blooming Prairie, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average UV index in March - Blooming Prairie, 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
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Blooming Prairie, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Blooming Prairie, MN

Average visibility in March - Blooming Prairie, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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