March weather forecast
Hettinger, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Hettinger, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

March is marked by a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, climbing from a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C) in February to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C). In Hettinger, the average nighttime temperature during March is a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hettinger, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.2 days and aggregates up to 24.69" (627mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hettinger, North Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Hettinger, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

During March, Hettinger experiences an average high-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Hettinger is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hettinger, during March, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Hettinger, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:18 pm MDT.

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 MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Hettinger is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hettinger, ND

Average temperature in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in March
Hettinger, ND

Average pressure in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Hettinger, ND

Average wind speed in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 11mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Hettinger, ND

Average humidity in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in March
Hettinger, ND

Average rainfall in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Hettinger, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
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Average snowfall in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hettinger, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hettinger, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hettinger, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Hettinger, ND

Average UV index in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Hettinger, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Hettinger, ND

Average visibility in March - Hettinger, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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