March weather forecast
Golden Valley, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

March brings with it a considerable temperature increase, with average high-temperatures rising from February's subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). During March nights, Golden Valley records an average temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Golden Valley, in March, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Golden Valley, Minnesota, there are 92.6 rainfall days, and 8.94" (227mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Golden Valley, Minnesota. In Golden Valley, Minnesota, during March, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Golden Valley, there are 53.5 snowfall days, and 9.09" (231mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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, in Golden Valley, sunrise is at 6:54 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 in Golden Valley is 5h.

UV index

In Golden Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Golden Valley in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Golden Valley, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Golden Valley?

The average relative humidity in March in Golden Valley is 81%.

How much does it rain in Golden Valley in March?

In Golden Valley, Minnesota, during March, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Golden Valley?

In Golden Valley, during March, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Golden Valley have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Golden Valley?

In March, 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 the month, in Golden Valley, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

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

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 Golden Valley have in March?

In Golden Valley, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Golden Valley?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Golden Valley, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average temperature in March - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average pressure in March - Golden Valley, 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
Golden Valley, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average humidity in March - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average rainfall in March - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average snowfall in March - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Golden Valley, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average UV index in March - Golden Valley, 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
Golden Valley, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Golden Valley, MN

Average visibility in March - Golden Valley, 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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