March weather forecast
Casselton, ND

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Weather in March

As March unfolds, the city of Casselton ushers in the much-anticipated spring season. The temperatures climb marginally, peaking at a more tolerable 35.1°F (1.7°C) and promising the gradual melting away of winter’s icy shackles. Predictably, the snowfall lessens, as do the number of snowfall days. The increased daylight hours reveal a city awakening from winter's hibernation, subtly transitioning into the vernal charm of April. March stands as a testament to the resilience of Casselton's inhabitants who persevere through the harsh winters and revel in the dawning spring.

Temperature

As Casselton transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a marked escalation, increasing from a freezing cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C) in February to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In Casselton, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Casselton, in March, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Casselton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.6 days and collects up to 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Casselton, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67 snowfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Casselton, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:57 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 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Casselton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Casselton, is 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Casselton, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Casselton, during March, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Casselton, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Casselton, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Casselton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Casselton, ND

Average temperature in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Casselton, ND

Average pressure in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Casselton, ND

Average wind speed in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Casselton, ND

Average humidity in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Casselton, ND

Average rainfall in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Casselton, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Casselton, ND

Average snowfall in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Casselton, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Casselton, ND
  • 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Casselton, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Casselton, ND

Average UV index in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Casselton, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Casselton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Casselton, ND

Average visibility in March - Casselton, 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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