March weather forecast
Peterson, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Peterson, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant increase, moving up from a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). An average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is observed during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Peterson, in March, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Peterson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.7 days and collects up to 16.38" (416mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Peterson, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Peterson, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 10.79" (274mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Peterson, Minnesota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:33 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 in Peterson is 5.5h.

UV index

In Peterson, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Peterson in March?

The high-temperature in Peterson, Minnesota, during March is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Peterson?

The average relative humidity in March in Peterson, Minnesota, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Peterson in March?

In March, in Peterson, Minnesota, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Peterson in March?

In Peterson, Minnesota, in March, during 6.9 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Peterson?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Peterson?

On the first day of March in Peterson, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Peterson, Minnesota, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Peterson?

In Peterson, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Peterson, MN

Average temperature in March - Peterson, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Peterson, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Peterson, MN

Average wind speed in March - Peterson, 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 (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Peterson, MN

Average humidity in March - Peterson, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Peterson, MN

Average rainfall in March - Peterson, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Peterson, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Peterson, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Peterson, MN

Average snowfall in March - Peterson, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Peterson, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Peterson, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Peterson, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Peterson, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Peterson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Peterson, MN

Average UV index in March - Peterson, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Peterson, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Peterson, MN

Average visibility in March - Peterson, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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