March weather forecast
Hector, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hector, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

In Hector, the onset of March is marked by an increased average high-temperature, escalating from February's freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). Hector reports an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hector, in March, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.8 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hector, Minnesota, in March, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Hector, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.4 days and aggregates up to 21.26" (540mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:45 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 March, the average sunshine in Hector, Minnesota, is 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Hector is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Hector?

In Hector, 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.8°F (-4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Hector?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Hector?

In Hector, in March, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Hector?

In Hector, Minnesota, during March, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hector have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Hector?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

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

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 Hector have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Hector, Minnesota, is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hector?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Hector, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hector, MN

Average temperature in March - Hector, 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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Hector, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hector, MN

Average wind speed in March - Hector, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Hector, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Hector, MN

Average rainfall in March - Hector, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Hector, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Hector, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hector, MN

Average snowfall in March - Hector, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hector, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Hector, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hector, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hector, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Hector, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Hector, MN

Average UV index in March - Hector, 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
Hector, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Hector, MN

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

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

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