March weather forecast
Northfield, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Northfield, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

Northfield's transition into March is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C) in February to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). During March, Northfield witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, in March, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Northfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.4 days and collects up to 24.76" (629mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Northfield. In March, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.6 snowfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Northfield, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:53 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 in Northfield is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Northfield is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Northfield in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Northfield, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Northfield?

In Northfield, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Northfield?

In Northfield, in March, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Northfield?

In Northfield, in March, during 7.3 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Northfield have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Northfield?

On the first day of March in Northfield, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Northfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Northfield, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Northfield, MN

Average temperature in March - Northfield, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°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 (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Northfield, MN

Average pressure in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, MN

Average wind speed in March - Northfield, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Northfield, MN

Average humidity in March - Northfield, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Northfield, MN

Average rainfall in March - Northfield, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Northfield, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Northfield, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Northfield, MN

Average snowfall in March - Northfield, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Northfield, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Northfield, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

Average sunshine days in March
Northfield, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Northfield, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Northfield, MN

Average UV index in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Northfield, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

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 32).

Average visibility in March
Northfield, MN

Average visibility in March - Northfield, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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