March weather forecast
Jefferson City, MT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Jefferson City, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). The average temperature in Jefferson City, Montana, drops to a subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C) during the night in the month of March.

Humidity

In Jefferson City, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson City, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jefferson City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.7 days and collects up to 16.38" (416mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Jefferson City, in March, snow falls for 16.9 days, with typically accumulated 9.53" (242mm) of snow. In Jefferson City, during the entire year, snow falls for 105.8 days and aggregates up to 55.12" (1400mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Jefferson City, Montana, is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Jefferson City, sunrise is at 7:07 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 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Jefferson City is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. 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 Jefferson City in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Jefferson City, is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Jefferson City?

The average relative humidity in March in Jefferson City, Montana, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Jefferson City in March?

In Jefferson City, Montana, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Jefferson City in March?

In Jefferson City, in March, snow falls for 16.9 days, with typically accumulated 9.53" (242mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Jefferson City?

In Jefferson City, Montana, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Jefferson City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Jefferson City, Montana, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:56 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Jefferson City, Montana, is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Jefferson City?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Jefferson City is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average temperature in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°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 (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average pressure in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average wind speed in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average humidity in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

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Average rainfall in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average rainfall in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average snowfall in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.72").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (18 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
Jefferson City, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average UV index in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in March
Jefferson City, MT

Average visibility in March - Jefferson City, MT
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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