March weather forecast
Lester Prairie, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Lester Prairie, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.5°F (3.6°C) and min 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

Lester Prairie in March sees a clear temperature escalation, with average high-temperatures increasing from a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in February to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). Throughout the month of March, Lester Prairie witnesses an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Lester Prairie, Minnesota, in March, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lester Prairie, there are 116.2 rainfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.6 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lester Prairie, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Lester Prairie, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:43 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 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lester Prairie, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Lester Prairie?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lester Prairie, Minnesota, during March are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Lester Prairie?

The average relative humidity in March in Lester Prairie is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Lester Prairie?

In Lester Prairie, Minnesota, in March, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Lester Prairie?

In Lester Prairie, Minnesota, in March, during 7 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lester Prairie have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lester Prairie?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Lester Prairie, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lester Prairie, 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 Lester Prairie?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Lester Prairie?

In Lester Prairie, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average temperature in March - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.6°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 (6.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average pressure in March - Lester Prairie, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average wind speed in March - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average humidity in March - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average rainfall in March - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average snowfall in March - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lester Prairie, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average UV index in March - Lester Prairie, 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
Lester Prairie, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Lester Prairie, MN

Average visibility in March - Lester Prairie, 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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