March weather forecast
Golden Valley, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Golden Valley, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks a clear increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C) in February to an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C). Golden Valley records an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Golden Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.8 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Golden Valley. In Golden Valley, during March, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.7 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:17 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 Golden Valley, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Golden Valley, is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Golden Valley, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Golden Valley, in March, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Golden Valley, in March, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Golden Valley, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:17 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 Golden Valley, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Golden Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average temperature in March - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.8°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 (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average pressure in March - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average wind speed in March - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

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 (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average humidity in March - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average rainfall in March - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average snowfall in March - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Golden Valley, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average UV index in March - Golden Valley, 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
Golden Valley, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Golden Valley, ND

Average visibility in March - Golden Valley, 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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