March weather forecast
Swatara, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Swatara, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.4°F (-7°C) and an average high of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C) to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). Swatara cools down to an average low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Swatara, in March, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Swatara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Swatara, in March, during 16.1 snowfall days, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.1 snowfall days, and 36.73" (933mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Swatara, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Swatara, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:43 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 is 3.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Swatara, is 34.2°F (1.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.4°F (-7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Swatara, in March, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Swatara, in March, during 16.1 snowfall days, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Swatara have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 3.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Swatara, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Swatara, MN

Average temperature in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Swatara, MN

Average pressure in March - Swatara, 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
Swatara, MN

Average wind speed in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Swatara, MN

Average humidity in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Swatara, MN

Average rainfall in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Swatara, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Swatara, MN

Average snowfall in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Swatara, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Swatara, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Swatara, MN

Average UV index in March - Swatara, 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
Swatara, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Swatara, MN

Average visibility in March - Swatara, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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