March weather forecast
Moose Lake, MN

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The calm waters of beautiful Moose Lake in Minnesota
The calm waters of beautiful Moose Lake in Minnesota

Weather in March

March in Moose Lake heralds the advent of slight warming, with the thermal blanket of snow starting to recede. While it may still be premature to retire the winter gear, noticeable changes in the atmosphere confirm the onset of a seasonal transition. Remarkably, this month sees an increased rainfall of 1.3" (33mm) over 8.3 days. Unsettled weather conditions become more frequent, adding different variables to the local forecast reports.

Temperature

As March arrives, Moose Lake's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from February's subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) to a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C). Moose Lake's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Moose Lake, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Moose Lake, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114 days and collects up to 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Moose Lake, during March, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Moose Lake, there are 85.7 snowfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:39 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 March, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health 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:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Moose Lake, is 35.4°F (1.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Moose Lake is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Moose Lake, during March, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Moose Lake have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Moose Lake, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:39 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 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Moose Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Moose Lake, MN

Average temperature in March - Moose Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Moose Lake, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Moose Lake, MN

Average wind speed in March - Moose Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Moose Lake, MN

Average humidity in March - Moose Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Moose Lake, MN

Average rainfall in March - Moose Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Moose Lake, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Moose Lake, MN

Average snowfall in March - Moose Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Moose Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Moose Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Moose Lake, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Moose Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Moose Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Moose Lake, MN

Average UV index in March - Moose Lake, 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
Moose Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Moose Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Moose Lake, MN

Average visibility in March - Moose Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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