March weather forecast
Riverdale, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Riverdale, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and an average high of 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

Riverdale experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a subzero cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C) in February to a cold 36°F (2.2°C). During March, Riverdale records an average temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Riverdale, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.9 rainfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68 snowfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:14 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 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Riverdale, is 36°F (2.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Riverdale?

In Riverdale, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Riverdale have in March?

In Riverdale, North Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Riverdale, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:14 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 many hours of sunshine does Riverdale have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Riverdale, ND

Average temperature in March - Riverdale, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Riverdale, ND

Average pressure in March - Riverdale, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Riverdale, ND

Average wind speed in March - Riverdale, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Riverdale, ND

Average humidity in March - Riverdale, 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 (54%).

Average rainfall in March
Riverdale, ND

Average rainfall in March - Riverdale, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Riverdale, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Riverdale, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Riverdale, ND

Average snowfall in March - Riverdale, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Riverdale, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Riverdale, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Riverdale, 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: 5h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Riverdale, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Riverdale, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Riverdale, ND

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

Average cloud cover in March
Riverdale, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Riverdale, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Riverdale, ND

Average visibility in March - Riverdale, 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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