March weather forecast
Watford City, ND

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Weather in March

In comparison to February, March in Watford City experiences a significant shift as temperatures start to rise, hitting a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C). A noticeable trend during March is the substantial decrease in relative humidity, dropping to 79% from 88% in February. The onset of spring is signaled by an increase in daylight hours. The city leaves behind the mirrored white landscape as snowfall reduces. Rising temperatures and longer days make March a transition period between winter and spring.

Temperature

March is marked by a significant increase, with the average high-temperature advancing from a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in February to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). In Watford City, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Watford City is 79%.

Rainfall

In Watford City, in March, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Watford City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.6 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Watford City, in March, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Watford City, there are 58.2 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Watford City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In Watford City, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 23°F (-5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Watford City, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Watford City, in March, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Watford City, in March, during 9.3 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Watford City have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.

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 MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Watford City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Watford City, ND

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Watford City, ND

Average pressure in March - Watford City, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Watford City, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Watford City, ND

Average humidity in March - Watford City, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in March
Watford City, ND

Average rainfall in March - Watford City, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Watford City, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Watford City, ND

Average snowfall in March - Watford City, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Watford City, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Watford City, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Watford City, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Watford City, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Watford City, ND

Average UV index in March - Watford City, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Watford City, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Watford City, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in March
Watford City, ND

Average visibility in March - Watford City, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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