March weather forecast
Russell, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Russell, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Russell experiences a significant increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C) in February to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). Russell's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Russell, in March, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Russell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated. In Russell, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.2 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 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 Russell, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Russell, records 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Russell?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 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 Russell have in March?

In Russell, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Russell, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Russell, MN

Average pressure in March - Russell, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Russell, MN

Average wind speed in March - Russell, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, April and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Russell, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Russell, MN

Average rainfall in March - Russell, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Russell, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Russell, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Russell, MN

Average snowfall in March - Russell, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.86"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Russell, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Russell, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Russell, 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 5min

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
Russell, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Russell, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Russell, MN

Average UV index in March - Russell, MN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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
Russell, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Russell, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Russell, MN

Average visibility in March - Russell, 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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