North Dakota weather in March
Considering a trip to North Dakota this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in North Dakota in March?
North Dakota is a region in the United States of America. March in North Dakota generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Devils Lake at 0°C to cold in Dickinson at 6°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -8°C in Dickinson and -10°C in Devils Lake. In numerous regions in the United States of America, March is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Williston with an average of 12 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Wahpeton with 34 mm. The city Fargo usually sees around 211 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
For specific regional insights in North Dakota for March, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our North Dakota climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in North Dakota?
Fargo
In March Fargo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Bismarck
In March Bismarck generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Grand Forks
In March Grand Forks generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Minot
In March Minot generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Dickinson
In March Dickinson generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in North Dakota, in the United States of America.
Is March the best time to visit North Dakota?
In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to North Dakota with often poor weather in Fargo.
Generally speaking, May, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Fargo. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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