March weather forecast
Lake McDonald, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lake McDonald, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Lake McDonald in March experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). Lake McDonald reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Lake McDonald is 88%.

Rainfall

In Lake McDonald, in March, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126.4 rainfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Lake McDonald. In Lake McDonald, in March, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.08" (129mm) of snow. In Lake McDonald, during the entire year, snow falls for 97 days and aggregates up to 33.86" (860mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lake McDonald, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:20 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Lake McDonald, Montana, sunrise is at 7:13 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

In Lake McDonald, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lake McDonald in March?

March temperatures in Lake McDonald vary between a high-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lake McDonald?

In Lake McDonald, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How many days does it rain in March in Lake McDonald?

In Lake McDonald, during March, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lake McDonald in March?

In Lake McDonald, during March, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Lake McDonald?

In March, the average day length in Lake McDonald, Montana, is 11h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Lake McDonald?

On the first day of March in Lake McDonald, Montana, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:20 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:05 pm MDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Lake McDonald?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Lake McDonald?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Lake McDonald?

In Lake McDonald, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average temperature in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average pressure in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average wind speed in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and December (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average humidity in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average rainfall in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average snowfall in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.1 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
Lake McDonald, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average UV index in March - Lake McDonald, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in March
Lake McDonald, MT

Average visibility in March - Lake McDonald, MT
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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