March weather forecast
Nelson, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Nelson, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

Nelson's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of March, as the average high-temperature moves from a freezing cold 21°F (-6.1°C) in February to a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C). Nelson reports a consistent average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) throughout March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Nelson, in March, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 20.87" (530mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Nelson, in March, during 10.2 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 65.6 snowfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Nelson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:48 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 4.9h.

UV index

In Nelson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Nelson, is 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Nelson, in March, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Nelson, during March, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nelson have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:48 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Nelson, MN

Average temperature in March - Nelson, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Nelson, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Nelson, MN

Average wind speed in March - Nelson, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Nelson, MN

Average humidity in March - Nelson, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Nelson, MN

Average rainfall in March - Nelson, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Nelson, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Nelson, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Nelson, MN

Average snowfall in March - Nelson, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Nelson, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Nelson, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Nelson, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Nelson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Nelson, MN

Average UV index in March - Nelson, 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
Nelson, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Nelson, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Nelson, MN

Average visibility in March - Nelson, 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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