March weather forecast
Dawson, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dawson, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a clear upsurge in temperatures is observed, with average highs advancing from a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Dawson, during March, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Dawson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dawson, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dawson, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Dawson, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:07 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 Dawson, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dawson are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Dawson, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Dawson, during March, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Dawson?

In Dawson, in March, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dawson have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:07 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 Dawson have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°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 (6.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Dawson, ND

Average pressure in March - Dawson, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dawson, ND

Average wind speed in March - Dawson, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Dawson, ND

Average humidity in March - Dawson, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in March
Dawson, ND

Average rainfall in March - Dawson, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Dawson, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Dawson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dawson, ND

Average snowfall in March - Dawson, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dawson, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Dawson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dawson, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dawson, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Dawson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Dawson, ND

Average UV index in March - Dawson, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Dawson, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Dawson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Dawson, ND

Average visibility in March - Dawson, 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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