March weather forecast
Montrose, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Montrose, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

Montrose in March showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in February to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). Montrose experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Montrose, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Montrose, in March, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.4 rainfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Montrose, in March, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Montrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 17.6" (447mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Montrose, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Montrose, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Montrose, is 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Montrose, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Montrose, during March, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Montrose, in March, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Montrose have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

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

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

In Montrose, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Montrose, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Montrose, MN

Average temperature in March - Montrose, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.5°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 (19.6°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
Montrose, MN

Average pressure in March - Montrose, 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
Montrose, MN

Average wind speed in March - Montrose, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Montrose, MN

Average humidity in March - Montrose, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Montrose, MN

Average rainfall in March - Montrose, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Montrose, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Montrose, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Montrose, MN

Average snowfall in March - Montrose, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Montrose, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Montrose, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Montrose, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Montrose, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Montrose, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Montrose, MN

Average UV index in March - Montrose, 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
Montrose, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Montrose, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

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 31).

Average visibility in March
Montrose, MN

Average visibility in March - Montrose, 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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