March weather forecast
Des Lacs, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Des Lacs, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

March signals a considerable rise in Des Lacs's average high-temperature, advancing from a freezing cold 19°F (-7.2°C) in February to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). March generally records an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Des Lacs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Des Lacs, in March, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Des Lacs, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:15 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 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Des Lacs, is 35.1°F (1.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Des Lacs is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, in Des Lacs, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Des Lacs?

In Des Lacs, in March, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Des Lacs have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:15 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 Des Lacs have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Des Lacs, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Des Lacs, ND

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average pressure in March - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Des Lacs, ND

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

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 (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average humidity in March - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average rainfall in March - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average snowfall in March - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average UV index in March - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Des Lacs, ND

Average visibility in March - Des Lacs, 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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