March weather forecast
Williston, ND

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Weather in March

March in Williston marks a notable transition from winter to spring. The whispering remnants of winter are perceptible, as the maximum temperatures still only reach 37.2°F (2.9°C). A melting pot of seasons, the city experiences snowfall on 7.8 days, while rainfall also makes a significant appearance of 0.47" (12mm). This mosaic of snow and rain creates a unique experience that defines March weather in Williston. The increasing daylight hours continue the tread toward spring, promising milder weather ahead.

Temperature

Williston's weather in March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's freezing cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C) to an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C). In Williston, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In Williston, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Williston, during March, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Williston, there are 94.7 rainfall days, and 12.52" (318mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Williston are January through May, October through December. In Williston, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Williston, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.3 days and aggregates up to 13.86" (352mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Williston is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Williston, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 8:24 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 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Williston is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Williston in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Williston, is 37.2°F (2.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Williston?

In March, the average relative humidity in Williston is 80%.

How much does it rain in Williston in March?

In Williston, North Dakota, in March, during 6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Williston?

In Williston, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Williston?

In Williston, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Williston?

On the first day of March in Williston, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Williston?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Williston, 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 Williston?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Williston?

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
Williston, ND

Average temperature in March - Williston, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (7°F).

Average pressure in March
Williston, ND

Average pressure in March - Williston, 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
Williston, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Williston, ND

Average humidity in March - Williston, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in March
Williston, ND

Average rainfall in March - Williston, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Williston, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Williston, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Williston, ND

Average snowfall in March - Williston, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Williston, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Williston, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Williston, 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: 5h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Williston, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Williston, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Williston, ND

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

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
Williston, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Williston, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

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

Average visibility in March
Williston, ND

Average visibility in March - Williston, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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