March weather forecast
Crane Lake, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Crane Lake, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and max 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

Entering March, Crane Lake sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's freezing cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C) to a wintry 32°F (0°C). Crane Lake records a steady low-temperature average of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 89%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Crane Lake, there are 112.5 rainfall days, and 20.2" (513mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Crane Lake, during March, snow falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow. In Crane Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 116.4 days and aggregates up to 43.11" (1095mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Crane Lake is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Crane Lake, the average sunshine in March is 3.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Crane Lake, records 32°F (0°C), while the low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Crane Lake?

The average relative humidity in March is 89%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Crane Lake, in March, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Crane Lake, during March, snow falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Crane Lake have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

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 Crane Lake, the average sunshine duration in March is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Crane Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average temperature in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in March
Crane Lake, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average wind speed in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average humidity in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average rainfall in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average snowfall in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average UV index in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Crane Lake, MN

Average visibility in March - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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