March weather forecast
Derrick, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Derrick, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

As Derrick transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a marked escalation, increasing from 14.9°F (-9.5°C) in February to a still freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Derrick, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 16.69" (424mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Derrick, in March, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 92.7 snowfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Derrick, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 8:04 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 March, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

In Derrick, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Derrick in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Derrick, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Derrick, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Derrick, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Derrick, North Dakota, in March, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 8:04 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 in Derrick, North Dakota, is 4.2h.

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Derrick, ND

Average temperature in March - Derrick, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Derrick, ND

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

Average wind speed in March
Derrick, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Derrick, ND

Average humidity in March - Derrick, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Derrick, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Derrick, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Derrick, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Derrick, ND

Average snowfall in March - Derrick, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Derrick, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Derrick, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Derrick, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Derrick, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Derrick, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Derrick, ND

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

Average cloud cover in March
Derrick, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Derrick, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Derrick, ND

Average visibility in March - Derrick, 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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