March weather forecastButte, MT
March
Weather in March
The arrival of March in Butte, Montana, brings a slow transition from winter to spring. Days start to get warmer, although chilly nights remain due to the still prevalent cold. An uptick in rainfall is observed - averaging at 1.26" (32mm) - heralding the arrival of the spring season. Despite extended hours of daylight, the snow from winter often lingers, creating a beautiful contrast of seasons in the city. March’s inconsistent weather is often unpredictable, keeping locals on their toes.Temperature
The beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) in February to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). Butte, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).Humidity
In Butte, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.Rainfall
In Butte, in March, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Butte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.1 days and accumulates 8.74" (222mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:17 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:58 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 is 7h.UV index
In Butte, 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 rays for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Butte, MT
- Average high temperature in March: 35.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 19.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (9°F).
Average pressure in March
Butte, MT
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Butte, MT
- Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Butte, MT
- Average humidity in March: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (48%).
Average rainfall in March
Butte, MT
- Average rainfall in March: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0.67").
Average rainfall days in March
Butte, MT
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Butte, MT
- Average snowfall in March: 8.74"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Butte, MT
- Average snowfall days in March: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Butte, MT
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Butte, MT
- Average sunshine days in March: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Butte, MT
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Butte, MT
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in March
Butte, MT
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).
