March weather forecastFort Smith, MT
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Fort Smith, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and an average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C).Temperature
March's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from February's freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). Throughout March, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.Rainfall
In Fort Smith, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.8 rainfall days, and 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fort Smith, Montana, are January through May, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Smith, Montana, there are 66 snowfall days, and 33.07" (840mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Fort Smith, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:39 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 8.1h.UV index
In Fort Smith, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average pressure in March: 30"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average humidity in March: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).
Average rainfall in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average rainfall in March: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average snowfall in March: 4.45"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Smith, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Fort Smith, MT
- Average cloud cover in March: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in March
Fort Smith, 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).
