March weather forecast
Horace, ND

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Weather in March

With the onset of March, there is a hint of spring as temperatures start to rise from winter's depth. Most of the snowfall recedes, giving way to increased rainfall events. Daylight hours are on the upswing, ushering in longer days and slightly more sunshine. The atmospheric pressure declines in this month, indicating a shift in weather patterns. Wind speeds remain relatively stable, thus not drastically affecting the weather conditions.

Temperature

Horace's transition into March is marked by a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C) in February to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). March nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In Horace, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Horace, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Horace, during March, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.4 snowfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Horace is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Horace, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:56 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 4.7h.

UV index

In Horace, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Horace, in March, the average high-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Horace, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Horace, in March, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Horace, 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 7:05 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:56 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 Horace have in March?

In Horace, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Horace, ND

Average temperature in March - Horace, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Horace, ND

Average pressure in March - Horace, 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
Horace, ND

Average wind speed in March - Horace, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Horace, ND

Average humidity in March - Horace, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Horace, ND

Average rainfall in March - Horace, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Horace, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Horace, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Horace, ND

Average snowfall in March - Horace, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Horace, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Horace, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Horace, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Horace, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Horace, ND

Average UV index in March - Horace, 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
Horace, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Horace, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Horace, ND

Average visibility in March - Horace, 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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