March weather forecast
Olivia, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Olivia, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). Olivia experiences a mean low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) during March.

Humidity

In Olivia, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Olivia, during March, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Olivia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Olivia, in March, during 7.4 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.4 snowfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:46 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 Olivia, Minnesota, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Olivia, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Olivia, Minnesota, in March, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:46 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 Olivia, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Olivia, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°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 (6.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Olivia, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Olivia, MN

Average wind speed in March - Olivia, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Olivia, MN

Average humidity in March - Olivia, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Olivia, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Olivia, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Olivia, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Olivia, MN

Average snowfall in March - Olivia, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Olivia, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Olivia, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Olivia, 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 2min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Olivia, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Olivia, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Olivia, MN

Average UV index in March - Olivia, 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
Olivia, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Olivia, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Olivia, MN

Average visibility in March - Olivia, 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 months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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