March weather forecast
Medora, ND

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Weather in March

March brings signs of spring in Medora, with temperatures starting to rise, but the cold winter weather still lingers. The snowfall reduces to 2.72" (69mm), with snow occurring over fewer days than in February. Gradually, the days get longer, and the amount of expected sunshine also increases. The weather shifts drastically from the start towards the end of the month, marking the transition from winter to spring. While the increase in temperatures is welcomed, it is still coupled with an increment in rainfall, ushering in the wet season.

Temperature

The start of March brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's freezing cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C) to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). Medora, in the month of March, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Medora, in March, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Medora, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.5 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Medora is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Medora, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Medora, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Medora, North Dakota, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow 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

Is it cold in Medora during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Medora, is 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Medora?

In Medora, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Medora in March?

In Medora, North Dakota, in March, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Medora?

In Medora, in March, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Medora have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Medora?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Medora, North Dakota, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Medora, North Dakota, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Medora have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Medora is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Medora?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Medora is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Medora, ND

Average temperature in March - Medora, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Medora, ND

Average pressure in March - Medora, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Medora, ND

Average wind speed in March - Medora, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Medora, ND

Average humidity in March - Medora, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Medora, ND

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Medora, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Medora, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Medora, ND

Average snowfall in March - Medora, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Medora, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Medora, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Medora, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Medora, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Medora, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Medora, ND

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Medora, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Medora, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Medora, ND

Average visibility in March - Medora, 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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