March weather forecast
Prior Lake, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Prior Lake, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear rise in March, the average high-temperature escalates from February's freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). During March, Prior Lake sees a mean low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Prior Lake is 82%.

Rainfall

In Prior Lake, in March, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.2 rainfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Prior Lake, Minnesota. In Prior Lake, in March, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.9 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) 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 6:49 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Prior Lake, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In Prior Lake, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Prior Lake in March?

March temperatures in Prior Lake vary between a high-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Prior Lake?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Prior Lake?

In March, in Prior Lake, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Prior Lake?

In Prior Lake, Minnesota, during March, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Prior Lake?

In March, the average day length in Prior Lake, Minnesota, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Prior Lake?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

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

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 Prior Lake?

In Prior Lake, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Prior Lake?

In Prior Lake, 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 temperature in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average temperature in March - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Prior Lake, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average wind speed in March - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average humidity in March - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average rainfall in March - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average snowfall in March - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Prior Lake, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average UV index in March - Prior Lake, 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
Prior Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Prior Lake, MN

Average visibility in March - Prior Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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