March weather forecast
Towner, ND

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Weather in March

March ushers in a season change in Towner, North Dakota, with winter making way for spring, albeit gradually. The temperature range markedly widens, with the mercury ranging from 18°F (-7.8°C) to 32.7°F (0.4°C), signifying a stark transition from the sub-zero climate of the past two months. Concurrently, snowfall dips to 2.99" (76mm) while sunshine duration increases to a yearly high of 4.4 hours, underlining the onset of spring. The advent of March makes the snow retreat, slowly revealing the budding flowers of the season. It provides the ideal weather for Towner residents to venture outdoors and witness the natural beauty of North Dakota in the springtime.

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a clear temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a subzero cold 16.3°F (-8.7°C) to an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C). Throughout March, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

In Towner, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Towner, in March, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 79.2 snowfall days, and 20.87" (530mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Towner, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:11 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 4.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Towner, in March, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Towner, in March, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Towner have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:11 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 Towner, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March
Towner, ND

Average temperature in March - Towner, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Towner, ND

Average pressure in March - Towner, 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
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Average wind speed in March - Towner, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

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
Towner, ND

Average humidity in March - Towner, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in March
Towner, ND

Average rainfall in March - Towner, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Towner, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Towner, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Towner, ND

Average snowfall in March - Towner, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Towner, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Towner, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Towner, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Towner, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Towner, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Towner, ND

Average UV index in March - Towner, 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
Towner, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Towner, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Towner, ND

Average visibility in March - Towner, 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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