March weather forecast
Pekin, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pekin, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's freezing cold 17.6°F (-8°C) to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). Throughout the month of March, Pekin sees a steady low-temperature average of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pekin, in March, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pekin, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.5 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.9 snowfall days, and 16.97" (431mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:02 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 4.7h.

UV index

In Pekin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Pekin, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Pekin, in March, during 9.1 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pekin have 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 7:12 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:02 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pekin, ND

Average temperature in March - Pekin, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°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 (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Pekin, ND

Average pressure in March - Pekin, 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
Pekin, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Pekin, ND

Average humidity in March - Pekin, 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
Pekin, ND

Average rainfall in March - Pekin, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Pekin, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Pekin, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pekin, ND

Average snowfall in March - Pekin, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pekin, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Pekin, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pekin, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pekin, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Pekin, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Pekin, ND

Average UV index in March - Pekin, 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
Pekin, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Pekin, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Pekin, ND

Average visibility in March - Pekin, 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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