Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As February transitions into March, Minneapolis sees a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from a freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is expected.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 81%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Minneapolis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.6 days and collects up to 8.94" (227mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Minneapolis, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. In Minneapolis, in March, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Minneapolis, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.5 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota, the average sunshine in March is 5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Minneapolis?
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What is the UV index intensity in March in Minneapolis?
Average temperature in March
Minneapolis, MN
- Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Minneapolis, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Minneapolis, MN
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Minneapolis, MN
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Minneapolis, MN
- Average rainfall in March: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in March
Minneapolis, MN
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Minneapolis, MN
- Average snowfall in March: 1.1"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Minneapolis, MN
- Average snowfall days in March: 7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Minneapolis, MN
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Minneapolis, MN
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Minneapolis, 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
Minneapolis, MN
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Minneapolis, 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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