March weather forecast
Fairfield, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fairfield, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in March, the average high-temperature goes from February's subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). Throughout March, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fairfield, in March, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.3 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairfield are January through May, September through December. In Fairfield, in March, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Fairfield is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Fairfield, the average sunshine in March is 7.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Fairfield in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Fairfield, is 40.3°F (4.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fairfield?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, during March, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fairfield in March?

In Fairfield, during March, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fairfield have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Fairfield?

On the first day of March in Fairfield, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:57 pm MDT.

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

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

In Fairfield, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fairfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fairfield, MT

Average temperature in March - Fairfield, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fairfield, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fairfield, MT

Average wind speed in March - Fairfield, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fairfield, MT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fairfield, MT

Average rainfall in March - Fairfield, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fairfield, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Fairfield, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fairfield, MT

Average snowfall in March - Fairfield, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fairfield, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Fairfield, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 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
Fairfield, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fairfield, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fairfield, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Fairfield, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fairfield, MT

Average UV index in March - Fairfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fairfield, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Fairfield, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Fairfield, MT

Average visibility in March - Fairfield, 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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