March weather forecast
Fort Shaw, MT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Fort Shaw, Montana, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.6°F (5.9°C) and min 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). Throughout March, Fort Shaw anticipates an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, in Fort Shaw, Montana, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Shaw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.8 days and collects up to 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Fort Shaw. In Fort Shaw, in March, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.92" (125mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.4 snowfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Fort Shaw, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 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 7.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fort Shaw. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Fort Shaw?

In Fort Shaw, in March, the average high-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fort Shaw?

In Fort Shaw, Montana, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fort Shaw?

In Fort Shaw, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fort Shaw in March?

In March, in Fort Shaw, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout March, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Fort Shaw?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Fort Shaw?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Fort Shaw, Montana, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:56 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fort Shaw, Montana, 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 Fort Shaw?

In Fort Shaw, Montana, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fort Shaw?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Fort Shaw?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Shaw, Montana, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Shaw, MT

Average temperature in March - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fort Shaw, MT

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fort Shaw, MT

Average wind speed in March - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

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 (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fort Shaw, MT

Average humidity in March - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fort Shaw, MT

Average rainfall in March - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and July (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fort Shaw, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fort Shaw, MT

Average snowfall in March - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fort Shaw, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.4 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
Fort Shaw, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Shaw, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fort Shaw, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fort Shaw, MT

Average UV index in March - Fort Shaw, 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
Fort Shaw, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Fort Shaw, MT

Average visibility in March - Fort Shaw, 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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