March weather forecast
Park River, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Park River, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a considerable temperature increase, with the average high-temperature soaring from a subzero cold 16.2°F (-8.8°C) in February to an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a subzero cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Park River, during March, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Park River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.8 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Park River, in March, during 11.1 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Park River, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.4 days and aggregates up to 18.54" (471mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:00 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 4.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Park River, in March, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Park River, in March, during 11.1 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

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

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

In Park River, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Park River, ND

Average temperature in March - Park River, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.9°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 (1°F).

Average pressure in March
Park River, ND

Average pressure in March - Park River, 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
Park River, ND

Average wind speed in March - Park River, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Park River, ND

Average humidity in March - Park River, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

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

Average rainfall in March
Park River, ND

Average rainfall in March - Park River, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Park River, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Park River, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Park River, ND

Average snowfall in March - Park River, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Park River, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Park River, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Park River, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Park River, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Park River, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Park River, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Park River, ND

Average UV index in March - Park River, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Park River, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Park River, 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 24).

Average visibility in March
Park River, ND

Average visibility in March - Park River, 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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