March weather forecast
Fridley, MN

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Weather in March

March marks the arrival of spring, transforming the weather conditions entirely. The temperature rises from 25.2°F (-3.8°C) to 38.8°F (3.8°C), making it substantially warmer than the previous months. Though the cold grip of winter is beginning to loosen, remaining snow will gradually melt, feeding the parched ground. March brings a breath of fresh air, rejuvenating the sleepy flora heralding the beginning of colorful spring fauna.

Temperature

Fridley's weather in March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's freezing cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C) to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). The average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) is witnessed during March.

Humidity

In Fridley, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Fridley, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fridley. In Fridley, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.1 snowfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 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

The average sunshine in March is 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these 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. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fridley, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fridley have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and 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 6:53 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fridley is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fridley, MN

Average temperature in March - Fridley, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Fridley, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fridley, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Fridley, MN

Average humidity in March - Fridley, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Fridley, MN

Average rainfall in March - Fridley, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Fridley, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Fridley, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fridley, MN

Average snowfall in March - Fridley, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fridley, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Fridley, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Fridley, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Fridley, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Fridley, MN

Average UV index in March - Fridley, 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
Fridley, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Fridley, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Fridley, MN

Average visibility in March - Fridley, 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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