March weather forecast
Ray, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Ray, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and max 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

Ray's transition into March is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a subzero cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C) in February to an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ray is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ray, in March, during 6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ray, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.7 days and collects up to 12.52" (318mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ray. In March, in Ray, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ray, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.3 days and aggregates up to 13.86" (352mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:37 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 8:22 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Ray?

In Ray, in March, the average high-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ray?

The average relative humidity in March in Ray is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ray in March?

In Ray, in March, during 6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ray in March?

In Ray, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Ray?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ray?

On the first day of March in Ray, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:37 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Ray?

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

Average temperature in March - Ray, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (7°F).

Average pressure in March
Ray, ND

Average pressure in March - Ray, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ray, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Ray, ND

Average humidity in March - Ray, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in March
Ray, ND

Average rainfall in March - Ray, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Ray, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Ray, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
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Average snowfall in March - Ray, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ray, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Ray, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ray, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ray, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Ray, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Ray, ND

Average UV index in March - Ray, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ray, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Ray, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in March
Ray, ND

Average visibility in March - Ray, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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