March weather forecast
Elko, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elko, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in February to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is witnessed during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, in Elko, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.4 rainfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elko, in March, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:40 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 5.2h.

UV index

In Elko, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Elko, the average high-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Elko, in March, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Elko, in March, during 5.4 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elko have in March?

In Elko, 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 6:49 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:40 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Elko, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Elko, MN

Average temperature in March - Elko, 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 (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Elko, MN

Average pressure in March - Elko, 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
Elko, MN

Average wind speed in March - Elko, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Elko, MN

Average humidity in March - Elko, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Elko, MN

Average rainfall in March - Elko, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Elko, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Elko, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elko, MN

Average snowfall in March - Elko, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elko, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Elko, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elko, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Elko, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Elko, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Elko, MN

Average UV index in March - Elko, 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
Elko, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Elko, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
Elko, MN

Average visibility in March - Elko, 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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