March weather forecast
Crocus, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Crocus, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from a freezing cold 15.6°F (-9.1°C) in February to a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The nights of March anticipate an average low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

In Crocus, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.6 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Crocus, in March, during 14.4 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Crocus, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.4 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:06 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 4.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Crocus, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Crocus, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Crocus, in March, during 14.4 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Crocus have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:06 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 many hours of sunshine does Crocus have in March?

In Crocus, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Crocus is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Crocus, ND

Average temperature in March - Crocus, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Crocus, ND

Average pressure in March - Crocus, 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
Crocus, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Crocus, ND

Average humidity in March - Crocus, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in March
Crocus, ND

Average rainfall in March - Crocus, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Crocus, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Crocus, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Crocus, ND

Average snowfall in March - Crocus, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Crocus, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Crocus, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Crocus, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Crocus, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Crocus, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Crocus, ND

Average UV index in March - Crocus, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Crocus, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Crocus, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Crocus, ND

Average visibility in March - Crocus, 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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