March weather forecast
Park Rapids, MN

Share

Weather in March

The weather starts to transition in March with warmer temperatures and melting snow in Park Rapids, Minnesota. The snowfall during this month, which amounts to 6.06" (154mm), signifies the last substantial snowfall until the end of the year. The daylight hours increase significantly during this month, allowing more time for outdoor activities. The number of rainy days tends to increase during March, indicating the onset of spring. Even as the temperatures rise, weather conditions such as snowfall and partial cloudiness create a picturesque setting.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Park Rapids experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a subzero cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C) in February to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). In Park Rapids, the March nights cool down to an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In Park Rapids, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

In Park Rapids, in March, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.7 rainfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Park Rapids, during March, snow falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 102.7 snowfall days, and 36.26" (921mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Park Rapids is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 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 4.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures in Park Rapids vary between a high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Park Rapids, during March, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Park Rapids, in March, during 15.9 snowfall days, 6.06" (154mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 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 many hours of sunshine does Park Rapids have in March?

In Park Rapids, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Park Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Park Rapids, MN

Average temperature in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Park Rapids, MN

Average pressure in March - Park Rapids, 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
Park Rapids, MN

Average wind speed in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Park Rapids, MN

Average humidity in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

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
Park Rapids, MN

Average rainfall in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Park Rapids, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Park Rapids, MN

Average snowfall in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Park Rapids, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Park Rapids, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Park Rapids, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Park Rapids, MN

Average UV index in March - Park Rapids, 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
Park Rapids, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Park Rapids, MN

Average visibility in March - Park Rapids, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

Park Rapids, Minnesota, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location