March weather forecast
West Fargo, ND

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Weather in March

As West Fargo greets March, the grip of winter starts to loosen, gradually making way for spring. This month is hallmarked by the noticeable increase in daylight and sunshine hours, brightening up the city. A breathe of warm air wafts through the city streets, creating a melting pot of winter remnants. Rainfall begins to replace snow showers as the dominant form of precipitation, this due to a rise in temperatures from 21.6°F (-5.8°C) to 34.9°F (1.6°C). Nevertheless, the snowfall does not entirely cease, achieving an average of 3.19" (81mm).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a subzero cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C) in February to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In West Fargo, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 102.5 rainfall days, and 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Fargo, in March, during 9 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Fargo, there are 64.4 snowfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:56 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 4.7h.

UV index

In West Fargo, 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 average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in West Fargo, records 34.9°F (1.6°C), while the low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In West Fargo, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How much does it rain in West Fargo in March?

In West Fargo, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In West Fargo, in March, during 9 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Fargo have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:56 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In West Fargo, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
West Fargo, ND

Average temperature in March - West Fargo, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in March
West Fargo, ND

Average pressure in March - West Fargo, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
West Fargo, ND

Average wind speed in March - West Fargo, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
West Fargo, ND

Average humidity in March - West Fargo, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

Average rainfall in March
West Fargo, ND

Average rainfall in March - West Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
West Fargo, ND

Average rainfall days in March - West Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Fargo, ND

Average snowfall in March - West Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Fargo, ND

Average snowfall days in March - West Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Fargo, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Fargo, 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 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Fargo, ND

Average sunshine days in March - West Fargo, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
West Fargo, ND

Average UV index in March - West Fargo, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
West Fargo, ND

Average cloud cover in March - West Fargo, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

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

Average visibility in March
West Fargo, ND

Average visibility in March - West Fargo, 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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