March weather forecast
Sterling, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sterling, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

March is marked by a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, climbing from a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) in February to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). Sterling experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sterling, during March, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sterling, in March, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 73.7 snowfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:20 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 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

In March, in Sterling, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sterling in March?

In March, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Sterling, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 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 Sterling have in March?

In Sterling, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Sterling, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sterling, ND

Average temperature in March - Sterling, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Sterling, ND

Average pressure in March - Sterling, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sterling, ND

Average wind speed in March - Sterling, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Sterling, ND

Average humidity in March - Sterling, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in March
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Average rainfall in March - Sterling, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Sterling, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Sterling, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sterling, ND

Average snowfall in March - Sterling, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sterling, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Sterling, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 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
Sterling, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sterling, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Sterling, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sterling, ND

Average UV index in March - Sterling, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Sterling, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Sterling, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Sterling, ND

Average visibility in March - Sterling, 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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