March weather forecast
Carter, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Carter, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Carter sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from February's freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). In March, Carter reports a consistent average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Carter is 71%.

Rainfall

In March, in Carter, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Carter, Montana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.1 days and collects up to 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Carter, Montana. In Carter, Montana, during March, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. In Carter, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 29.37" (746mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Carter, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Carter, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:53 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 7.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carter, Montana. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Carter?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Carter during March are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Carter?

The average relative humidity in March in Carter, Montana, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Carter in March?

In Carter, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Carter in March?

In Carter, during March, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carter have in March?

In March, the average day length in Carter, Montana, is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Carter?

On the first day of March in Carter, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm MDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Carter?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Carter?

The months with the lowest UV index in Carter, Montana, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March in Carter?

In Carter, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Carter, MT

Average temperature in March - Carter, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Carter, MT

Average pressure in March - Carter, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Carter, MT

Average wind speed in March - Carter, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Carter, MT

Average humidity in March - Carter, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

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Average rainfall in March
Carter, MT

Average rainfall in March - Carter, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Carter, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Carter, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Carter, MT

Average snowfall in March - Carter, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Carter, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Carter, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.2 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
Carter, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carter, MT
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Carter, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Carter, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Carter, MT

Average UV index in March - Carter, MT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Carter, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Carter, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Carter, MT

Average visibility in March - Carter, MT
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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