March weather forecast
Fergus Falls, MN

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Weather in March

March sees a shift in Fergus Falls' weather pattern. The unforgiving cold becomes more bearable as temperatures start climbing towards a warmer 21.9°F (-5.6°C) characteristic of early spring. It is the transition period from the snowy season to a rainier season, with an increased rainfall of 1.22" (31mm). The town gets longer daylight hours, a perceptible indication of the changing seasons.

Temperature

A clear escalation in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of March, surging from a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C) in February to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). Fergus Falls throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Fergus Falls, during March, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.9 rainfall days, and 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fergus Falls, Minnesota, in March, during 10.7 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fergus Falls, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.8 days and aggregates up to 22.72" (577mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Fergus Falls, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Fergus Falls?

The high-temperature, in March, in Fergus Falls, records 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fergus Falls?

The average relative humidity in March in Fergus Falls is 84%.

How much does it rain in Fergus Falls in March?

In Fergus Falls, in March, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Fergus Falls?

In Fergus Falls, in March, during 10.7 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Fergus Falls?

The average day length in March in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Fergus Falls?

On the first day of March in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Fergus Falls have in March?

In Fergus Falls, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fergus Falls?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fergus Falls is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average temperature in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.4°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 (16.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average pressure in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average wind speed in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average humidity in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average rainfall in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average snowfall in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average UV index in March - Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Fergus Falls, MN

Average visibility in March - Fergus Falls, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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