March weather forecast
Cooperstown, ND

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Weather in March

The arrival of March heralds the onset of spring in Cooperstown, as temperatures creep up to a high of 34.9°F (1.6°C). The snow gradually starts to recede, being replaced by days of rainfall. Wind speeds remain steady from the previous month and the once frozen landscape slowly starts to thaw. While snow continues to cover the ground, the number of snowfall days decreases. The weather starts to become unpredictable, alternating between winter-like and spring-like conditions.

Temperature

Cooperstown's weather in March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's freezing cold 19.2°F (-7.1°C) to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). In Cooperstown, the March nights cool down to an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Cooperstown, in March, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cooperstown, during March, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cooperstown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:01 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 Cooperstown, the average sunshine in March is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Cooperstown, 34.9°F (1.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 21°F (-6.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Cooperstown, North Dakota, in March, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Cooperstown, in March, snow falls for 10.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Cooperstown, 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 7:11 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:01 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 Cooperstown, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Cooperstown, ND

Average temperature in March - Cooperstown, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Cooperstown, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cooperstown, ND

Average wind speed in March - Cooperstown, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Cooperstown, ND

Average humidity in March - Cooperstown, 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 (61%).

Average rainfall in March
Cooperstown, ND

Average rainfall in March - Cooperstown, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Cooperstown, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cooperstown, ND

Average snowfall in March - Cooperstown, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cooperstown, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Cooperstown, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cooperstown, ND
  • 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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cooperstown, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Cooperstown, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Cooperstown, ND

Average UV index in March - Cooperstown, 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
Cooperstown, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Cooperstown, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Cooperstown, ND

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

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

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