March weather forecast
McHenry, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in McHenry, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a clear temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a freezing cold 18.3°F (-7.6°C) to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). The low-temperature averages to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In McHenry, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In McHenry, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.8 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated. In McHenry, during the entire year, snow falls for 65 days and aggregates up to 20.91" (531mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:03 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 4.6h.

UV index

In McHenry, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 34.3°F (1.3°C) and the low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In McHenry, in March, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in McHenry in March?

In McHenry, during March, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in McHenry?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:03 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 McHenry have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health 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
McHenry, ND

Average temperature in March - McHenry, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in March
McHenry, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
McHenry, ND

Average wind speed in March - McHenry, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
McHenry, ND

Average humidity in March - McHenry, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in March
McHenry, ND

Average rainfall in March - McHenry, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
McHenry, ND

Average rainfall days in March - McHenry, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
McHenry, ND

Average snowfall in March - McHenry, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McHenry, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (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
McHenry, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McHenry, 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: 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
McHenry, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

Average UV index in March
McHenry, ND

Average UV index in March - McHenry, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
McHenry, ND

Average cloud cover in March - McHenry, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
McHenry, ND

Average visibility in March - McHenry, 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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