March weather forecast
Valley City, ND

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Weather in March

Transitioning towards spring, the weather in March in Valley City experiences some warming. A noteworthy reduction in snowfall is observed from the highs of February. Despite an increase in average temperatures, a chill in the air, particularly during early mornings, is still prevalent. This month experiences a higher number of rainfall days, up to a significant 6.7 days. There is also an expansion in daylight hours this month, promising more sunshine.

Temperature

March's arrival witnesses a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's subzero cold 19.2°F (-7.1°C) to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). Throughout March, Valley City's nights cool down to an average of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Valley City, in March, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Valley City, in March, snow falls for 10.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In Valley City, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:00 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 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Valley City, is 34.9°F (1.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Valley City, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Valley City, during March, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Valley City, in March, during 10.6 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Valley City?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Valley City, North Dakota, 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.
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Average temperature in March
Valley City, ND

Average temperature in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Valley City, ND

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

Average wind speed in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Valley City, ND

Average humidity in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in March
Valley City, ND

Average rainfall in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Valley City, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Valley City, ND

Average snowfall in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Valley City, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Valley City, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Valley City, 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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Valley City, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Valley City, ND

Average UV index in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Valley City, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Valley City, ND

Average visibility in March - Valley City, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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