March weather forecast
Salmon, ID

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Bright yellow trees along the shores of the iconic Salmon River in Salmon, Idaho
Bright yellow trees along the shores of the iconic Salmon River in Salmon, Idaho

Weather in March

The onset of Spring in March brings with it a transition in the weather dynamics of Salmon. The city begins to defrost; the snow starts to melt, and mild showers take over. The rainfall averages approximately 1.06" (27mm), a relatively high mark in the similar context. As the city shuffles between winter and spring, freezing mornings and chillier evenings intermingle with slightly warmer afternoons. Engaging in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities becomes easier with the gloriously increased daylight hours.

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, adjusting from a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) is observed in Salmon, Idaho, during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Salmon, Idaho, during March, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Salmon, Idaho, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.5 days and aggregates up to 22.76" (578mm) 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 7:11 am and sunset at 6:23 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Salmon, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:02 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

The average sunshine in March in Salmon is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Salmon is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Salmon in March?

March temperatures in Salmon vary between a high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Salmon?

In Salmon, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in Salmon in March?

In Salmon, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Salmon in March?

In Salmon, in March, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

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

In Salmon, Idaho, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Salmon?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:23 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:02 pm MDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Salmon have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Salmon, Idaho, is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Salmon?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Salmon, Idaho, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Salmon, ID

Average temperature in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (9.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Salmon, ID

Average pressure in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Salmon, ID

Average wind speed in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Salmon, ID

Average humidity in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

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Average rainfall in March
Salmon, ID

Average rainfall in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
Salmon, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Salmon, ID

Average snowfall in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Salmon, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 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
Salmon, ID

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Salmon, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Salmon, ID

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Salmon, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in March
Salmon, ID

Average visibility in March - Salmon, ID
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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