March weather forecast
Mekinock, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mekinock, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.4°F (0.8°C) and min 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in March, moving up from a freezing cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C) in February to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). An average temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) marks the nights in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mekinock, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mekinock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.8 days and collects up to 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mekinock, North Dakota, are January through May, October through December. In Mekinock, in March, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:58 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 Mekinock, North Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 4.6h.

UV index

In Mekinock, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 33.4°F (0.8°C) and the low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Mekinock, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Mekinock?

In March, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mekinock have in March?

In Mekinock, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:58 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mekinock, ND

Average temperature in March - Mekinock, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 33.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Mekinock, ND

Average pressure in March - Mekinock, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mekinock, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Mekinock, ND

Average humidity in March - Mekinock, 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
Mekinock, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Mekinock, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Mekinock, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mekinock, ND

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mekinock, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Mekinock, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
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 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mekinock, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Mekinock, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Mekinock, ND

Average UV index in March - Mekinock, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Mekinock, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Mekinock, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

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

Average visibility in March
Mekinock, ND

Average visibility in March - Mekinock, 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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