March weather forecast
Kicking Horse, MT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Kicking Horse, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) to a cold 39.2°F (4°C). Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Kicking Horse, Montana, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Kicking Horse, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kicking Horse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.9 days and collects up to 13.5" (343mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Kicking Horse, in March, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. In Kicking Horse, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.1 days and aggregates up to 28.27" (718mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Kicking Horse is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Kicking Horse, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:05 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 in Kicking Horse is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Kicking Horse is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. 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 Kicking Horse in March?

In Kicking Horse, 39.2°F (4°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.8°F (-4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Kicking Horse?

In Kicking Horse, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in Kicking Horse?

In March, in Kicking Horse, Montana, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Kicking Horse?

In Kicking Horse, Montana, in March, during 9.7 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Kicking Horse?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Kicking Horse?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Kicking Horse, Montana, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:05 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Kicking Horse is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Kicking Horse?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average temperature in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.2°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 (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average pressure in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average wind speed in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and December (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average humidity in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

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Average rainfall in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average rainfall in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average snowfall in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kicking Horse, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

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Average UV index in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average UV index in March - Kicking Horse, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Kicking Horse, MT

Average visibility in March - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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