March weather forecast
Cottonwood, ID

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cottonwood, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature in Cottonwood records at a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In Cottonwood, Idaho, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, in Cottonwood, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cottonwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Cottonwood. In Cottonwood, in March, snow falls for 18.9 days, with typically accumulated 17.28" (439mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cottonwood, Idaho, there are 112.2 snowfall days, and 105.79" (2687mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cottonwood, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:32 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Cottonwood, Idaho, is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Cottonwood is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Cottonwood in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Cottonwood, records 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cottonwood?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Cottonwood in March?

In March, in Cottonwood, Idaho, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cottonwood in March?

In Cottonwood, Idaho, during March, snow falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Cottonwood?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cottonwood?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:32 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Cottonwood?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Cottonwood, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Cottonwood?

In Cottonwood, Idaho, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Cottonwood?

In Cottonwood, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average temperature in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average pressure in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average wind speed in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and November (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average humidity in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 17.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23.11").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average UV index in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average visibility in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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