March weather forecast
Dickinson, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Dickinson, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and max 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C) to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). Throughout March, Dickinson encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Dickinson is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dickinson, there are 90.5 rainfall days, and 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dickinson, in March, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dickinson, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Dickinson, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In Dickinson, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Dickinson during March?

Dickinson in March has an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dickinson?

In Dickinson, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dickinson?

In Dickinson, North Dakota, in March, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Dickinson?

In March, in Dickinson, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Dickinson?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Dickinson?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Dickinson, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Dickinson?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dickinson, North Dakota, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Dickinson?

In Dickinson, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Dickinson?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Dickinson, North Dakota, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium 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
Dickinson, ND

Average temperature in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Dickinson, ND

Average pressure in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dickinson, ND

Average wind speed in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Dickinson, ND

Average humidity in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Dickinson, ND

Average rainfall in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Dickinson, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dickinson, ND

Average snowfall in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dickinson, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dickinson, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dickinson, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Dickinson, ND

Average UV index in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Dickinson, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Dickinson, ND

Average visibility in March - Dickinson, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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