March weather forecast
Sandstone, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Sandstone, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and max 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

Sandstone in March showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C) in February to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Sandstone, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Sandstone, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sandstone, there are 120.5 rainfall days, and 20.67" (525mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Sandstone, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sandstone, there are 84.9 snowfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:39 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

The average sunshine in March in Sandstone is 4.8h.

UV index

In Sandstone, 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 average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sandstone in March?

In Sandstone, 36.7°F (2.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Sandstone?

The average relative humidity in March in Sandstone, Minnesota, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Sandstone in March?

In Sandstone, Minnesota, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sandstone in March?

In Sandstone, in March, during 11.8 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sandstone have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sandstone?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Sandstone, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Sandstone, Minnesota, is 4.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Sandstone?

In Sandstone, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sandstone, MN

Average temperature in March - Sandstone, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Sandstone, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sandstone, MN

Average wind speed in March - Sandstone, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Sandstone, MN

Average humidity in March - Sandstone, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Sandstone, MN

Average rainfall in March - Sandstone, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Sandstone, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Sandstone, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sandstone, MN

Average snowfall in March - Sandstone, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sandstone, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Sandstone, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sandstone, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Sandstone, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sandstone, MN

Average UV index in March - Sandstone, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Sandstone, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Sandstone, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Sandstone, MN

Average visibility in March - Sandstone, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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