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Detroit Lakes weather in March (Minnesota, United States of America)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Detroit Lakes this March? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The typical weather for March in Detroit Lakes includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 3°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -8°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Detroit Lakes in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 31 mm for the month. You can typically expect 8 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 211 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Detroit Lakes. August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Detroit Lakes climate page with graphs.

 

Detroit Lakes, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 31 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 58% *  
Data from: Fargo, the United States of America (72 KM, 44 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in March

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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