March weather forecast
Velva, ND

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Velva, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

In Velva, the onset of March is marked by an increased average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 19°F (-7.2°C) to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). Throughout the month of March, Velva expects an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Velva, during March, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Velva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Velva. In March, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Velva is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:13 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 Velva, the average sunshine in March is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Velva?

The high-temperature, in March, in Velva, is 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Velva?

In Velva, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in Velva in March?

In Velva, in March, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Velva, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Velva?

On the first day of March in Velva, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:13 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 Velva, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Velva, ND

Average temperature in March - Velva, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Velva, ND

Average pressure in March - Velva, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Velva, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Velva, ND

Average humidity in March - Velva, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in March
Velva, ND

Average rainfall in March - Velva, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Velva, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Velva, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Velva, ND

Average snowfall in March - Velva, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Velva, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Velva, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Velva, 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 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Velva, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Velva, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Velva, ND

Average UV index in March - Velva, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Velva, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Velva, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Velva, ND

Average visibility in March - Velva, 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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