March weather forecast
Rolla, ND

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Weather in March

March ushers in the initial traces of spring in Rolla, North Dakota. Temperatures, while still low, start to become bearable with the minimum and maximum roaming between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The snowfall remains consistent with 3.58" (91mm) recorded, paving the way for a gradual transition into warmer weather. March marks a significant increase in rainfall compared to the prior two months. This transition month bridges the biting winter cold and the eventual sunny, warmer climate ahead.

Temperature

Rolla's March weather is characterized by a distinct upsurge in high-temperatures, soaring from February's 15.3°F (-9.3°C) to a still subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). An average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) is recorded in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 88%.

Rainfall

In Rolla, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rolla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.9 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rolla, during March, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 86.8 snowfall days, and 23.78" (604mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:08 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 Rolla, the average sunshine in March is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Rolla in March has an average high-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Rolla is 88%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, in Rolla, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rolla, during March, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:08 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Rolla, ND

Average temperature in March - Rolla, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Rolla, ND

Average pressure in March - Rolla, 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
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Average wind speed in March - Rolla, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

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

Average humidity in March
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Average humidity in March - Rolla, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in March
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Average rainfall in March - Rolla, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
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Average rainfall days in March - Rolla, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rolla, ND

Average snowfall in March - Rolla, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
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Average snowfall days in March - Rolla, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
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Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rolla, ND
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rolla, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Rolla, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
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Average cloud cover in March - Rolla, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
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Average visibility in March - Rolla, 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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