March weather forecast
Mackay, ID

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mackay, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature in Mackay, Idaho, is a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In Mackay, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Mackay, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mackay, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Mackay. In Mackay, in March, during 11.8 snowfall days, 6.54" (166mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mackay, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.2 days and aggregates up to 35.28" (896mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:23 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Mackay, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:00 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 in Mackay is 7.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mackay in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Mackay, is 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mackay?

In March, the average relative humidity in Mackay, Idaho, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Mackay?

In Mackay, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mackay in March?

In Mackay, in March, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mackay have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Mackay?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:23 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Mackay, Idaho, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:00 pm MDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Mackay?

In Mackay, Idaho, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Mackay?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mackay, Idaho, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mackay, ID

Average temperature in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mackay, ID

Average pressure in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Mackay, ID

Average wind speed in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mackay, ID

Average humidity in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (32%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mackay, ID

Average rainfall in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mackay, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mackay, ID

Average snowfall in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mackay, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mackay, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mackay, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mackay, ID

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Mackay, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in March
Mackay, ID

Average visibility in March - Mackay, ID
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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