March weather forecastCooke City, MT
March
Weather in March
As winter continues its reign in Cooke City, Montana, March introduces a slight ascent in temperatures. Despite the cold, it harbours less snowfall compared to February, signaling a gradual change towards eventual spring. March also witnesses a noticeable increase in daylight hours compared to February, making days feel longer. The eyebrow-raising wind speeds and frosty dew points add a manipulative layer to the city's weather. As nighttime temperatures remain close to freezing, visitors are advised to plan accordingly.Temperature
Cooke City's transition into March is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in February to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). Cooke City temperatures generally rest at a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) during the March nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Cooke City is 71%.Rainfall
In Cooke City, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cooke City, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 16.14" (410mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Cooke City, in March, during 13.8 snowfall days, 7.68" (195mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cooke City, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.3 days and aggregates up to 55.83" (1418mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Cooke City is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:46 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 Cooke City, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.UV index
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Cooke City, MT
- Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (14.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Cooke City, MT
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Cooke City, MT
- Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Cooke City, MT
- Average humidity in March: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).
Average rainfall in March
Cooke City, MT
- Average rainfall in March: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.55").
Average rainfall days in March
Cooke City, MT
- Average rainfall days in March: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cooke City, MT
- Average snowfall in March: 7.68"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cooke City, MT
- Average snowfall days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cooke City, MT
- 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: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cooke City, MT
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Cooke City, MT
- 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 January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Cooke City, MT
- Average cloud cover in March: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in March
Cooke City, 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).
