March weather forecastFort Shaw, MT
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Fort Shaw, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).Temperature
As February transitions into March, Fort Shaw sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). During March, Fort Shaw's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 27°F (-2.8°C).Humidity
In Fort Shaw, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.Rainfall
In Fort Shaw, Montana, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.8 rainfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Shaw, in March, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.92" (125mm) of snow. In Fort Shaw, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.4 days and aggregates up to 35.35" (898mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.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 March, 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
The average sunshine in March is 7.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Shaw, MT
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
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 30min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
