March weather forecastChallis, ID
March
Weather in March
March exhibits definite signs of change in weather, shifting from the cold grip of winter towards the mildness of spring. The shift is characterized by a decrease in snowfall and a relative increase in rainfall, making it the month with the highest number of rainfall days, 7.4 on average. The temperatures also start to climb, reaching an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C). Increasing daylight hours bring warmth and optimism, whilst the winds also begin to moderate. The overall weather in March is a blend of the receding winter and the approaching spring.Temperature
March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 18°F (-7.8°C) in March.Humidity
In Challis, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Challis, in March, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.7 rainfall days, and 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Challis, in March, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Challis, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.7 days and aggregates up to 18.62" (473mm) of snow.Daylight
In Challis, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:25 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:03 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
In March, the average sunshine is 7.8h.UV index
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Challis, ID
- Average high temperature in March: 35.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 18°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Challis, ID
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Challis, ID
- Average wind speed in March: 5.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Challis, ID
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (38%).
Average rainfall in March
Challis, ID
- Average rainfall in March: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").
Average rainfall days in March
Challis, ID
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Challis, ID
- Average snowfall in March: 2.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Challis, ID
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Challis, ID
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Challis, ID
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (17.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Challis, 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, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Challis, ID
- Average cloud cover in March: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in March
Challis, ID
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
