March weather forecast
North Mankato, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in North Mankato, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). North Mankato in March anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In North Mankato, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.9 days and collects up to 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. In North Mankato, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.4 days and aggregates up to 21.22" (539mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:42 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In North Mankato, in March, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In North Mankato, in March, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Mankato have in March?

The average day length in March in North Mankato is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 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, 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 North Mankato have in March?

In North Mankato, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in North Mankato?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
North Mankato, MN

Average temperature in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°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 (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in March
North Mankato, MN

Average pressure in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
North Mankato, MN

Average wind speed in March - North Mankato, 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 (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
North Mankato, MN

Average humidity in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

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

Average rainfall in March
North Mankato, MN

Average rainfall in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
North Mankato, MN

Average rainfall days in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
North Mankato, MN

Average snowfall in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North Mankato, MN

Average snowfall days in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
North Mankato, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Mankato, 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 3min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
North Mankato, MN

Average sunshine days in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
North Mankato, MN

Average UV index in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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
North Mankato, MN

Average cloud cover in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
North Mankato, MN

Average visibility in March - North Mankato, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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