March weather forecast
Merida, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Merida, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a considerable temperature increase, with the average high-temperature soaring from a freezing cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C) in February to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). In the month of March, Merida experiences an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In Merida, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Merida, in March, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Merida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.6 snowfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Merida is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:12 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 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

During March, Merida experiences an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Merida, in March, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Merida, in March, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Merida have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Merida, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

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

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

In Merida, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Merida, ND

Average temperature in March - Merida, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Merida, ND

Average pressure in March - Merida, 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
Merida, ND

Average wind speed in March - Merida, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Merida, ND

Average humidity in March - Merida, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in March
Merida, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Merida, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Merida, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Merida, ND

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Merida, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Merida, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Merida, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Merida, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Merida, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Merida, ND

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

Average cloud cover in March
Merida, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Merida, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Merida, ND

Average visibility in March - Merida, 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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