March weather forecast
Fountain, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Fountain, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

In Fountain, the onset of March is marked by an increased average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C) to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Fountain, Minnesota, in March, during 8.6 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fountain, Minnesota, there are 123.3 rainfall days, and 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fountain, during March, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Fountain, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.2 days and aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Fountain, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Fountain, Minnesota, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fountain is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Fountain during March?

March temperatures in Fountain, Minnesota, vary between a high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fountain?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in Fountain in March?

In Fountain, during March, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Fountain?

In Fountain, Minnesota, during March, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fountain have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Fountain?

On the first day of March in Fountain, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fountain, 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 Fountain have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Fountain, Minnesota, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Fountain?

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

Average temperature in March
Fountain, MN

Average temperature in March - Fountain, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Fountain, MN

Average pressure in March - Fountain, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fountain, MN

Average wind speed in March - Fountain, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, April and November (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Fountain, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Fountain, MN

Average rainfall in March - Fountain, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Fountain, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Fountain, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fountain, MN

Average snowfall in March - Fountain, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fountain, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Fountain, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fountain, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Fountain, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Fountain, MN

Average UV index in March - Fountain, 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
Fountain, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Fountain, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Fountain, MN

Average visibility in March - Fountain, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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