March weather forecast
Russell, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Russell, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Russell's weather in March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's 15.3°F (-9.3°C) to a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a still freezing cold 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

In Russell, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.7 rainfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Russell. In March, it is snowing for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated. In Russell, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.1 days and aggregates up to 24.17" (614mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:13 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 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, Russell experiences an average high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Russell, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Russell, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Russell, it is snowing for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:13 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 Russell, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Russell, ND

Average temperature in March - Russell, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Russell, ND

Average pressure in March - Russell, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Russell, ND

Average wind speed in March - Russell, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Russell, ND

Average humidity in March - Russell, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in March
Russell, ND

Average rainfall in March - Russell, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Russell, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Russell, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Russell, ND

Average snowfall in March - Russell, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Russell, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Russell, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Russell, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Russell, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Russell, ND

Average UV index in March - Russell, 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
Russell, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Russell, ND

Average visibility in March - Russell, 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 and February (4mi).

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