March weather forecast
Alexander, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Alexander, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in February to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). During March, Alexander experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Alexander, during March, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Alexander, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.6 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Alexander, during March, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Alexander, there are 58.2 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Alexander, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In Alexander, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

In Alexander, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Alexander, is 37.9°F (3.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Alexander, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Alexander, in March, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Alexander in March?

In Alexander, in March, during 9.3 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Alexander, North Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Alexander have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Alexander, ND

Average temperature in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Alexander, ND

Average pressure in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alexander, ND

Average wind speed in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Alexander, ND

Average humidity in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in March
Alexander, ND

Average rainfall in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Alexander, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alexander, ND

Average snowfall in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alexander, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alexander, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alexander, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Alexander, ND

Average UV index in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Alexander, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in March
Alexander, ND

Average visibility in March - Alexander, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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