March weather forecast
Saint Joseph, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Saint Joseph, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.4°F (3°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). During March, the average low-temperature in Saint Joseph is a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In Saint Joseph, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saint Joseph, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Saint Joseph, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:44 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 Saint Joseph, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Saint Joseph is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Saint Joseph in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Saint Joseph?

In Saint Joseph, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in Saint Joseph in March?

In Saint Joseph, in March, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Saint Joseph in March?

In Saint Joseph, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Saint Joseph?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Saint Joseph?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Saint Joseph, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.

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

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 Saint Joseph?

In Saint Joseph, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Saint Joseph?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Saint Joseph, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Saint Joseph, MN

Average temperature in March - Saint Joseph, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Saint Joseph, MN

Average pressure in March - Saint Joseph, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Saint Joseph, MN

Average wind speed in March - Saint Joseph, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Saint Joseph, MN

Average humidity in March - Saint Joseph, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Saint Joseph, MN

Average rainfall in March - Saint Joseph, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Saint Joseph, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Joseph, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saint Joseph, MN

Average snowfall in March - Saint Joseph, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saint Joseph, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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 Joseph, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saint Joseph, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saint Joseph, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Joseph, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Saint Joseph, MN

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Saint Joseph, MN

Average visibility in March - Saint Joseph, 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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