March weather forecast
Stanley, ID

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A mirror image of the iconic Sawtooth Mountain Range located in Meadow Creek in Stanley, Idaho, in the famed Sawtooth National Recreation Area
A mirror image of the iconic Sawtooth Mountain Range located in Meadow Creek in Stanley, Idaho, in the famed Sawtooth National Recreation Area

Weather in March

The arrival of March brings a notable shift indicating the approach of spring. Although similar to February in terms of temperature and humidity, the amount of snowfall decreases to 15.67" (398mm) over 21.6 days. A noticeable increase in daylight hours and a slight rise in temperatures signal the pendulum swing towards warmer months. The thawing snow and lengthening days lend a feeling of renewal to Stanley.

Temperature

Stanley notes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in March, displaying minor variation from February. During March, the nighttime temperature in Stanley averages to an extreme cold 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Stanley is March, when the rain falls for 6.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Stanley. In Stanley, in March, during 21.6 snowfall days, 15.67" (398mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Stanley, during the entire year, snow falls for 131.3 days and aggregates up to 100.24" (2546mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Stanley, Idaho, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:28 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:06 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 Stanley, the average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Stanley are January through March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in March translates into these instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Stanley in March?

The high-temperature during March is 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and the low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C).

What are the most humid months in Stanley?

The months with the highest humidity in Stanley are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in March in Stanley?

In March, the average relative humidity in Stanley, Idaho, is 91%.

What is the wettest month in Stanley?

March is the month with the most rainfall in Stanley. Rain falls for 6.9 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Stanley?

In Stanley, Idaho, in March, during 6.9 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Stanley in March?

In Stanley, Idaho, during March, snow falls for 21.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 15.67" (398mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Stanley?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:28 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Stanley, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:06 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Stanley, 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 Stanley have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Stanley is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Stanley?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Stanley?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Stanley, Idaho, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Stanley, ID

Average temperature in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Stanley, ID

Average pressure in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Stanley, ID

Average wind speed in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and October (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Stanley, ID

Average humidity in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (44%).

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Average rainfall in March
Stanley, ID

Average rainfall in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Stanley, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Stanley, ID

Average snowfall in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 15.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (16.77").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Stanley, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 21.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Stanley, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Stanley, ID

Average UV index in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average UV index in March: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Stanley, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Stanley, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in March
Stanley, ID

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (3mi).

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