March weather forecast
Fortuna, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Fortuna, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.4°F (1.9°C) and min 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Temperature

A clear escalation in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of March, advancing from a freezing cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C) in February to a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C). During the month of March, Fortuna's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Fortuna, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.3 rainfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fortuna, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.5 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fortuna, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 8:25 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Fortuna, is 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fortuna?

In Fortuna, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Fortuna, in March, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 8:25 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 Fortuna have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading 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 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
Fortuna, ND

Average temperature in March - Fortuna, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.3°F).

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
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Average wind speed in March - Fortuna, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).

Average humidity in March
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Average humidity in March - Fortuna, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in March
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Average rainfall in March - Fortuna, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
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Average rainfall days in March - Fortuna, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
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Average snowfall in March - Fortuna, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
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Average snowfall days in March - Fortuna, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
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Average sunshine days in March - Fortuna, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
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Average UV index in March - Fortuna, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
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Average cloud cover in March - Fortuna, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in March
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Average visibility in March - Fortuna, 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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