March weather forecast
Atcoal, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Atcoal, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March is marked by a notable increase in high-temperatures, climbing from a subzero cold 17.2°F (-8.2°C) in February to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). During March, the nighttime temperature in Atcoal averages to a subzero cold 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Atcoal is 84%.

Rainfall

In Atcoal, in March, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Atcoal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.6 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Atcoal, during March, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Atcoal, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.2 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Atcoal, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:35 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 8:21 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 Atcoal, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Atcoal, is 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Atcoal, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Atcoal, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Atcoal, in March, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Atcoal?

The average day length in March in Atcoal is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:35 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 8:21 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Atcoal, ND

Average temperature in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 33.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Atcoal, ND

Average pressure in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
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Average wind speed in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Atcoal, ND

Average humidity in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in March
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Average rainfall in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Atcoal, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
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Average snowfall in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
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Average snowfall days in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Atcoal, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

Average UV index in March
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Average UV index in March - Atcoal, ND
  • 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
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Average cloud cover in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
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Average visibility in March - Atcoal, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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