March weather forecast
Forbes, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Forbes, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

As Forbes, North Dakota, transitions into March, a marked increase in the average high-temperature is observed, rising from a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) in February to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). Forbes records a consistent low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Forbes, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Forbes, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Forbes, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Forbes, in March, during 9.7 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Forbes, there are 54.6 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Forbes is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Forbes, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:02 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 in Forbes, North Dakota, is 5.1h.

UV index

In Forbes, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Forbes?

March temperatures in Forbes, North Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Forbes?

In Forbes, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in Forbes in March?

In Forbes, North Dakota, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Forbes?

In Forbes, during March, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Forbes, North Dakota, is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Forbes?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Forbes, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Forbes, North Dakota, 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 Forbes have in March?

In Forbes, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Forbes?

In Forbes, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Forbes, ND

Average temperature in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.6°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Forbes, ND

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

Average wind speed in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Forbes, ND

Average humidity in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in March
Forbes, ND

Average rainfall in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Forbes, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Forbes, ND

Average snowfall in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Forbes, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Forbes, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Forbes, ND

Average UV index in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Forbes, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Forbes, ND

Average visibility in March - Forbes, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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