March weather forecastDunkirk, MT
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Dunkirk, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.8°F (4.9°C) and min 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Temperature
March brings a rise in Dunkirk's average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in February to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). In March, Dunkirk records an average nighttime temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 70%.Rainfall
In Dunkirk, Montana, in March, during 7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dunkirk, there are 84.2 rainfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Dunkirk. In March, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dunkirk, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.7 days and aggregates up to 20.47" (520mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Dunkirk is 11h and 56min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:56 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Dunkirk, Montana, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Dunkirk, MT
- Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Dunkirk, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dunkirk, MT
- Average wind speed in March: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Dunkirk, MT
- Average humidity in March: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).
Average rainfall in March
Dunkirk, MT
- Average rainfall in March: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").
Average rainfall days in March
Dunkirk, MT
- Average rainfall days in March: 7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dunkirk, MT
- Average snowfall in March: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dunkirk, MT
- Average snowfall days in March: 8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dunkirk, MT
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dunkirk, MT
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Dunkirk, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Dunkirk, MT
- Average cloud cover in March: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in March
Dunkirk, 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).
