March weather forecast
Farmington, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Farmington, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and max 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Farmington experiences a distinct temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is expected.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Farmington, in March, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Farmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 72.4 days and collects up to 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Farmington, 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

In Farmington, Minnesota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

UV index

In Farmington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

Farmington in March has an average high-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Farmington, during March, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, in Farmington, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Farmington have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Farmington, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Farmington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Farmington, MN

Average temperature in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average pressure in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average wind speed in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average humidity in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average rainfall in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average snowfall in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average UV index in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

Average visibility in March - Farmington, 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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