March weather forecast
Heron Lake, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Heron Lake, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature rise, advancing from February's freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). In March, Heron Lake reports a consistent average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Heron Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.4 days and collects up to 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Heron Lake, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. In Heron Lake, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Heron Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 20.08" (510mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Heron Lake, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Heron Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Heron Lake in March?

Heron Lake in March has an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Heron Lake?

In Heron Lake, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Heron Lake?

In Heron Lake, Minnesota, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Heron Lake in March?

In Heron Lake, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Heron Lake?

In Heron Lake, Minnesota, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Heron Lake?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Heron Lake, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

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

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 in Heron Lake?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Heron Lake is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Heron Lake?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Heron Lake, Minnesota, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average temperature in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°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 (8.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Heron Lake, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average wind speed in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average humidity in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average rainfall in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average snowfall in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Heron Lake, 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: 6h and 0min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average UV index in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Heron Lake, MN

Average visibility in March - Heron Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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