Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). In March, Alton records an average nighttime temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 89%.Rainfall
In Alton, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alton, there are 117.5 rainfall days, and 20.24" (514mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 18.3 days. Throughout March, 14.29" (363mm) of snow is accumulated. In Alton, during the entire year, snow falls for 116.1 days and aggregates up to 91.14" (2315mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Alton, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:49 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Alton is 6.3h.UV index
In Alton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in March in Alton?
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Alton?
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How high is the UV index in March in Alton?
Average temperature in March
Alton, ID
- Average high temperature in March: 34.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 18°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Alton, ID
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Alton, ID
- Average wind speed in March: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Alton, ID
- Average humidity in March: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).
Average rainfall in March
Alton, ID
- Average rainfall in March: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Alton, ID
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Alton, ID
- Average snowfall in March: 14.29"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (18.39").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Alton, ID
- Average snowfall days in March: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alton, ID
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Alton, ID
- Average sunshine days in March: 7.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Alton, ID
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Alton, ID
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in March
Alton, ID
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).
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