March weather forecast
Ottertail, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Ottertail, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C) in February to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Ottertail throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Ottertail, during March, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Ottertail, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ottertail, in March, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 85 snowfall days, and 23.27" (591mm) 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 6:59 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:50 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 4.4h.

UV index

In Ottertail, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 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 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Ottertail, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Ottertail, in March, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ottertail have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:50 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 Ottertail have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ottertail, MN

Average temperature in March - Ottertail, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.3°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 (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Ottertail, MN

Average pressure in March - Ottertail, 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
Ottertail, MN

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April, October and November (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Ottertail, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Ottertail, MN

Average rainfall in March - Ottertail, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Ottertail, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Ottertail, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ottertail, MN

Average snowfall in March - Ottertail, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ottertail, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Ottertail, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ottertail, 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: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ottertail, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Ottertail, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Ottertail, MN

Average UV index in March - Ottertail, 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
Ottertail, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Ottertail, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Ottertail, MN

Average visibility in March - Ottertail, 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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