March weather forecastSandpoint, ID
March
Weather in March
The cold grasp of winter begins to loosen in March as Sandpoint welcomes a transition towards milder temperatures. Snowfall starts to dwindle, paving the way for moderate rainfall which becomes more prominent. Even though the temperatures are comparatively higher than the preceding months, residents and visitors are advised to keep their warm clothing handy. Clearer visibility and longer daylight hours mark the commencement of Spring. With temperatures reaching highs of 39.7°F (4.3°C), March ushers in a palpable shift in Sandpoint's weather.Temperature
March's arrival in Sandpoint, Idaho, is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a still cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). Sandpoint, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Sandpoint is 88%.Rainfall
In Sandpoint, during March, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sandpoint, there are 151 rainfall days, and 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Sandpoint. In Sandpoint, in March, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 8.35" (212mm) of snow. In Sandpoint, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.7 days and aggregates up to 61.3" (1557mm) of snow.Daylight
In Sandpoint, the average length of the day in March 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, in Sandpoint, 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 is 5h.UV index
In Sandpoint, Idaho, 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 the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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
Sandpoint, 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).
