March weather forecast
Fessenden, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fessenden, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

The changeover to March signals a significant increase in the average high-temperature, rising from a subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C) in February to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). An average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) is noted during the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Fessenden, in March, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fessenden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Fessenden, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fessenden, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.8 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fessenden, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 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 Fessenden, North Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Fessenden, the average high-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fessenden, in March, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Fessenden, during March, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fessenden have in March?

In March, the average day length 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 6:24 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fessenden, ND

Average temperature in March - Fessenden, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3°F).

Average pressure in March
Fessenden, ND

Average pressure in March - Fessenden, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Fessenden, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Fessenden, ND

Average humidity in March - Fessenden, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in March
Fessenden, ND

Average rainfall in March - Fessenden, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Fessenden, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Fessenden, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fessenden, ND

Average snowfall in March - Fessenden, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fessenden, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Fessenden, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fessenden, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Fessenden, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Fessenden, ND

Average UV index in March - Fessenden, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Fessenden, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Fessenden, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Fessenden, ND

Average visibility in March - Fessenden, 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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