March weather forecast
Saint Francis, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Saint Francis, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

As Saint Francis transitions into March, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is observed, soaring from a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in February to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). In Saint Francis, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a freezing cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

In Saint Francis, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Saint Francis, in March, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Francis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.4 days and collects up to 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Saint Francis, Minnesota, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. In Saint Francis, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.2 days and aggregates up to 21.81" (554mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, 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 March, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In Saint Francis, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Saint Francis, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Saint Francis, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:01 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?

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 Saint Francis have in March?

In Saint Francis, the average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Saint Francis, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average temperature in March - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°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°F).

Average pressure in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average pressure in March - Saint Francis, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average wind speed in March - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average humidity in March - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average rainfall in March - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average snowfall in March - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saint Francis, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average UV index in March - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Saint Francis, MN

Average visibility in March - Saint Francis, 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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