March weather forecast
Chanhassen, MN

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Weather in March

As March arrives, the City of Chanhassen prepares to bid adieu to winter. Days start to become longer, and the landscape transforms with the thawing of snow and ice. The temperatures jump noticeably from previous months, ranging from highs of 39.2°F (4°C) to lows of 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Nature lovers are delighted as Animal Wildlife begins to make their presence known in the warming environment. Visiting the city this month means observing the transition from winter to spring.

Temperature

March's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, escalating from a freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in February to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). Chanhassen registers a consistent average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Chanhassen is 81%.

Rainfall

In Chanhassen, during March, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chanhassen, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chanhassen, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Chanhassen, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.7 days and aggregates up to 11.61" (295mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Chanhassen, 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 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 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 Chanhassen, the average sunshine in March is 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Chanhassen?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chanhassen are 39.2°F (4°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Chanhassen?

In Chanhassen, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in Chanhassen in March?

In Chanhassen, in March, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Chanhassen in March?

In March, in Chanhassen, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chanhassen have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Chanhassen?

On the first day of March in Chanhassen, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

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

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

In Chanhassen, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Chanhassen?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Chanhassen, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Chanhassen, MN

Average pressure in March - Chanhassen, 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
Chanhassen, MN

Average wind speed in March - Chanhassen, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Chanhassen, MN

Average humidity in March - Chanhassen, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Chanhassen, MN

Average rainfall in March - Chanhassen, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Chanhassen, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Chanhassen, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chanhassen, MN

Average snowfall in March - Chanhassen, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chanhassen, MN

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chanhassen, 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

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

Average sunshine days in March
Chanhassen, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Chanhassen, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Chanhassen, MN

Average UV index in March - Chanhassen, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Chanhassen, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Chanhassen, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Chanhassen, MN

Average visibility in March - Chanhassen, 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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