March weather forecast
La Crescent, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in La Crescent, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a considerable temperature increase, with the average high-temperature soaring from a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in February to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout March, La Crescent registers a consistent average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In La Crescent, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In La Crescent, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.3 rainfall days, and 26.42" (671mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 20.2" (513mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:31 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 5.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in La Crescent in March?

In La Crescent, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In La Crescent, during March, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:31 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 many hours of sunshine does La Crescent have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in La Crescent is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
La Crescent, MN

Average temperature in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in March
La Crescent, MN

Average pressure in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
La Crescent, MN

Average wind speed in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
La Crescent, MN

Average humidity in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
La Crescent, MN

Average rainfall in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
La Crescent, MN

Average rainfall days in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
La Crescent, MN

Average snowfall in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
La Crescent, MN

Average snowfall days in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
La Crescent, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
La Crescent, MN

Average sunshine days in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
La Crescent, MN

Average UV index in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
La Crescent, MN

Average cloud cover in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
La Crescent, MN

Average visibility in March - La Crescent, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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