March weather forecast
Fort Yates, ND

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Weather in March

When March rolls in, it introduces early signs of spring to Fort Yates. The temperature range stretches from 25.9°F (-3.4°C) to 40.5°F (4.7°C), a noticeable increase from the previous month. The snowfall decreases significantly, and rainfall begins to assume its course, presenting a wetter scenery. A sudden upsurge in daylight hours marks the onset of longer days. The gusty winds still persist but contribute to the overall mild weather rendering a pleasant transition from winter to spring.

Temperature

March's arrival in Fort Yates, North Dakota, is marked by a notable elevation in high-temperatures, rising from a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C). Fort Yates's average low-temperature in March is measured at a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Fort Yates, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Fort Yates, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fort Yates. In Fort Yates, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fort Yates, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Fort Yates, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:10 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In Fort Yates, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fort Yates in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Fort Yates, records 40.5°F (4.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fort Yates?

In Fort Yates, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Fort Yates in March?

In Fort Yates, North Dakota, in March, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fort Yates in March?

In Fort Yates, North Dakota, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Fort Yates?

The average day length in March in Fort Yates is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fort Yates?

On the first day of March in Fort Yates, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:10 pm MDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Yates have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Fort Yates, North Dakota, is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fort Yates?

In Fort Yates, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
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Long-term
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Feb
March
Apr
Average high temperature
25.2°F -3.8°C
40.5°F 4.7°C
54.1°F 12.3°C
Average low temperature
11.7°F -11.3°C
25.9°F -3.4°C
36.9°F 2.7°C
Average pressure
30.16" 766mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
29.95" 761mmHg
Average wind speed
9.4mph 15.1km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
11.5mph 18.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
10mph 16.1km/h
11mph 17.7km/h
12.4mph 20km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.2mph 24.5km/h
16mph 25.7km/h
16.9mph 27.2km/h
Average humidity
83%
78%
64%
Average rainfall
0.67" 17mm
0.98" 25mm
1.57" 40mm
Average rainfall days
1.3
6.3
10.4
Average snowfall
3.98" 101mm
3.11" 79mm
2.8" 71mm
Average snowfall days
10.3
7.8
3.6
Average daylight
10h 2min
12h 0min
13h 4min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
6h 0min
7h 5min
Average sunshine days
17.8
17.3
14.6
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
55%
52%
44%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average temperature in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average pressure in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average wind speed in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average humidity in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average rainfall in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average snowfall in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Fort Yates, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average UV index in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Fort Yates, ND

Average visibility in March - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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