March weather forecast
Shell Valley, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Shell Valley, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

March's arrival witnesses a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C) to a still freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Throughout the nights in March, Shell Valley experiences an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Shell Valley, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shell Valley, 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 Shell Valley, in March, during 14.4 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated. 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 March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:09 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 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Shell Valley, 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 16.7°F (-8.5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Shell Valley, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Shell Valley, in March, during 14.4 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 7:19 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:09 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 Shell Valley have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Shell Valley?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Shell Valley, ND

Average temperature in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average pressure in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average wind speed in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average humidity in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average rainfall in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average snowfall in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average UV index in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Shell Valley, 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
Shell Valley, ND

Average visibility in March - Shell Valley, 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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