March weather forecast
Pipestone, MN

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Water trickles down on high rocks and cliffs in the Winnewissa Falls in Pipestone, Minnesota
Water trickles down on high rocks and cliffs in the Winnewissa Falls in Pipestone, Minnesota

Weather in March

By March, the cool temperatures of Pipestone Minnesota's winter begin giving way to early signs of spring. Although the temperatures remain low, ranging between a frosty 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and a chilly 40.5°F (4.7°C), the steady drop in the number of snow days is indicative of the winds of transition. Milder weather sweeps over the town, bringing slush, puddles, and milder winds. More sunshine envelopes the city, beginning to warm the frozen landscape. March and its fickle weather stand as the gateway to spring.

Temperature

March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from February's freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C) to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). The average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is witnessed during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pipestone, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pipestone, in March, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.5 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:51 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 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Pipestone?

In Pipestone, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Pipestone, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Pipestone, in March, during 8.9 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pipestone have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Pipestone, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Pipestone, MN

Average temperature in March - Pipestone, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Pipestone, MN

Average pressure in March - Pipestone, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pipestone, MN

Average wind speed in March - Pipestone, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Pipestone, MN

Average humidity in March - Pipestone, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Pipestone, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Pipestone, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Pipestone, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pipestone, MN

Average snowfall in March - Pipestone, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pipestone, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Pipestone, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pipestone, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pipestone, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Pipestone, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Pipestone, MN

Average UV index in March - Pipestone, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Pipestone, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Pipestone, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Pipestone, MN

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

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

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