March weather forecast
Taconite, MN

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a subzero cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C) in February to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Taconite, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Taconite, 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 March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:42 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 in Taconite is 3.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Taconite is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 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 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 19.4°F (-7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Taconite, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 16.1 days. Throughout March, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Taconite have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:42 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Taconite, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Taconite, MN

Average temperature in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average pressure in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average wind speed in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average humidity in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average rainfall in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average snowfall in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • 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
Taconite, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average UV index in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average visibility in March - Taconite, 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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