March weather forecastGarden City, ID

March

Weather in March

Garden City witnesses the early onset of spring in March, with a visible progression from winter cold to mellow temperatures. Although similar to February, the weather pattern begins adjusting towards less snowfall and more rainy days. The sunshine hours show prolongation, indicative of a transition in seasons from the colder winter to the warmer spring. Modest winds sweep across Garden City during this month, paving the way for better conditions. The UV index continues to increase slowly, signaling the decline of winter.

Temperature

The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) to a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C). Throughout the month of March, the average temperature dips to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Garden City. In March, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. In Garden City, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.4 days and aggregates up to 21.3" (541mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:34 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 8:11 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 Garden City, the average sunshine in March is 7.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in March, in Garden City, is 48.9°F (9.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

The average relative humidity in March is 68%.

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

In Garden City, during March, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

In Garden City, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

In Garden City, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:34 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.

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

In Garden City, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average high temperature in March: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (30%).

Average rainfall in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Garden City, ID

  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).