March weather forecast
Forbes, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Forbes, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a subzero cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C) in February to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a subzero cold 18.7°F (-7.4°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Forbes, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.8 rainfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Forbes, in March, snow falls for 15.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.42" (163mm) of snow. In Forbes, during the entire year, snow falls for 105.9 days and aggregates up to 42.76" (1086mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Forbes, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 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 in Forbes is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Forbes?

The high-temperature, in March, in Forbes, is 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Forbes, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Forbes, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Forbes have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 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, 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 Forbes have in March?

In Forbes, the average sunshine duration in March is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Forbes, MN

Average temperature in March - Forbes, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in March
Forbes, MN

Average pressure in March - Forbes, 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
Forbes, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Forbes, MN

Average humidity in March - Forbes, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Forbes, MN

Average rainfall in March - Forbes, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Forbes, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Forbes, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Forbes, MN

Average snowfall in March - Forbes, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Forbes, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Forbes, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Forbes, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Forbes, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Forbes, MN

Average UV index in March - Forbes, MN
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Forbes, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Forbes, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Forbes, MN

Average visibility in March - Forbes, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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