March weather forecast
Stanley, ND

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Weather in March

In March, Stanley, North Dakota welcomes the start of Spring season. The winter retreats, making way for relatively warmer weather, a clear indication of changing seasons. Ski enthusiasts will particularly enjoy this month due to the recorded snowfall of 1.06" (27mm) observed in March. This shift to milder weather also brings along more moderate temperatures, inviting residents and visitors to participate in outdoor activities. Overall, March hints at a glimpse of the exiting winter and the advent of pleasant spring.

Temperature

A notable increase in the average high-temperature is observed in Stanley during March, soaring from a freezing cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C) in February to a cold 36°F (2.2°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Stanley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.9 days and collects up to 6.77" (172mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Stanley, in March, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Stanley, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:19 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 Stanley, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

Stanley in March has an average high-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Stanley, during March, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) 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 Stanley?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:19 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 Stanley have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Stanley, ND

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Stanley, ND

Average pressure in March - Stanley, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Stanley, ND

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Stanley, ND

Average humidity in March - Stanley, 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 (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Stanley, ND

Average rainfall in March - Stanley, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Stanley, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Stanley, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Stanley, ND

Average snowfall in March - Stanley, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Stanley, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Stanley, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Stanley, 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 1min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Stanley, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Stanley, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Stanley, ND

Average UV index in March - Stanley, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Stanley, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Stanley, ND

Average visibility in March - Stanley, 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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