March weather forecast
McKenzie, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in McKenzie, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) on average during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In McKenzie, in March, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McKenzie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in McKenzie, North Dakota. In McKenzie, during March, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow. In McKenzie, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:10 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 McKenzie, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In McKenzie, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in McKenzie in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in McKenzie, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in McKenzie?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in McKenzie in March?

In McKenzie, during March, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in McKenzie in March?

In McKenzie, North Dakota, in March, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McKenzie have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in McKenzie?

On the first day of March in McKenzie, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in McKenzie?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in McKenzie, 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 McKenzie have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in McKenzie, North Dakota, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in McKenzie?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in McKenzie is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
McKenzie, ND

Average temperature in March - McKenzie, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in March
McKenzie, ND

Average pressure in March - McKenzie, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
McKenzie, ND

Average wind speed in March - McKenzie, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
McKenzie, ND

Average humidity in March - McKenzie, 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 (55%).

Average rainfall in March
McKenzie, ND

Average rainfall in March - McKenzie, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
McKenzie, ND

Average rainfall days in March - McKenzie, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
McKenzie, ND

Average snowfall in March - McKenzie, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McKenzie, ND

Average snowfall days in March - McKenzie, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
McKenzie, ND

Average sunshine days in March - McKenzie, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
McKenzie, ND

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

Average cloud cover in March
McKenzie, ND

Average cloud cover in March - McKenzie, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
McKenzie, ND

Average visibility in March - McKenzie, 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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