March weather forecastPonderay, ID
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Ponderay, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and max 39.7°F (4.3°C).Temperature
The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's icy 32.2°F (0.1°C) to a still cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). Throughout March, Ponderay witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.Rainfall
In Ponderay, Idaho, in March, during 18.8 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ponderay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151 days and collects up to 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Ponderay, in March, during 12.1 snowfall days, 8.35" (212mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.7 snowfall days, and 61.3" (1557mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:31 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Ponderay is 5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average wind speed in March: 4.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average humidity in March: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).
Average rainfall in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average rainfall in March: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.43").
Average rainfall days in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average rainfall days in March: 18.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average snowfall in March: 8.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (17.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average sunshine days in March: 7.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Ponderay, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in March
Ponderay, ID
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).
