March weather forecast
Karlstad, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Karlstad, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from 15.4°F (-9.2°C) in February to a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a still freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Karlstad, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

Rainfall

In Karlstad, in March, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.4 rainfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Karlstad, during March, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 72.7 snowfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:55 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 3.9h.

UV index

In Karlstad, 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Karlstad, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Karlstad, during March, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Karlstad, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

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

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 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Karlstad, MN

Average temperature in March - Karlstad, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Karlstad, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Karlstad, MN

Average wind speed in March - Karlstad, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Karlstad, MN

Average humidity in March - Karlstad, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in March
Karlstad, MN

Average rainfall in March - Karlstad, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Karlstad, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Karlstad, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Karlstad, MN

Average snowfall in March - Karlstad, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Karlstad, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Karlstad, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Karlstad, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Karlstad, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Karlstad, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Karlstad, MN

Average UV index in March - Karlstad, 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
Karlstad, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Karlstad, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Karlstad, MN

Average visibility in March - Karlstad, 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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