March weather forecast
Hastings, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Hastings, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in February to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). Hastings records a mean low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Hastings is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hastings, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hastings, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.4 days and collects up to 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hastings, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Hastings, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 18.23" (463mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hastings, Minnesota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Hastings, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature during March is 39.2°F (4°C) and the low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Hastings, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Hastings, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Hastings, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Hastings, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hastings, MN

Average wind speed in March - Hastings, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Hastings, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Hastings, MN

Average rainfall in March - Hastings, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Hastings, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Hastings, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hastings, MN

Average snowfall in March - Hastings, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hastings, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hastings, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Hastings, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Hastings, MN

Average UV index in March - Hastings, 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
Hastings, MN

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

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

Average visibility in March
Hastings, MN

Average visibility in March - Hastings, 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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