March weather forecastMelrose, MT
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Melrose, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).Temperature
A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) in February to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). Melrose's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at a subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Melrose is 78%.Rainfall
In March, in Melrose, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Melrose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 12.2" (310mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, in Melrose, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. In Melrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:58 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 Melrose, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.UV index
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Melrose, Montana. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in March
Melrose, MT
- Average high temperature in March: 38.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Melrose, MT
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Melrose, MT
- Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Melrose, MT
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (46%).
Average rainfall in March
Melrose, MT
- Average rainfall in March: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Melrose, MT
- Average rainfall days in March: 16.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Melrose, MT
- Average snowfall in March: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Melrose, MT
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Melrose, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Melrose, MT
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Melrose, MT
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Melrose, MT
- Average cloud cover in March: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in March
Melrose, MT
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).
