March weather forecastSalmon, ID
March
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
Salmon's March weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) is observed.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. In Salmon, Idaho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.5 snowfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Salmon, the average length of the day in March 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, 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
In Salmon, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.UV index
In Salmon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 42min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
