March weather forecast
Hankinson, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Hankinson, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

Hankinson experiences a clear temperature upsurge in March, with average high-temperatures moving from a freezing cold 21°F (-6.1°C) in February to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hankinson, during March, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Hankinson, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.2 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:55 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 is 5.1h.

UV index

In Hankinson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Hankinson, 37°F (2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Hankinson, during March, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hankinson have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:55 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 Hankinson have in March?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Hankinson 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Hankinson, ND

Average temperature in March - Hankinson, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Hankinson, ND

Average pressure in March - Hankinson, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hankinson, ND

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Hankinson, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

Average rainfall in March
Hankinson, ND

Average rainfall in March - Hankinson, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Hankinson, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Hankinson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hankinson, ND

Average snowfall in March - Hankinson, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hankinson, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Hankinson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hankinson, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hankinson, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Hankinson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Hankinson, ND

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

Average cloud cover in March
Hankinson, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Hankinson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Hankinson, ND

Average visibility in March - Hankinson, 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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