March weather forecast
Miles City, MT

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Weather in March

March in Miles City, Montana sees a departure from the harsh winter, with average high temperatures rising to 44.2°F (6.8°C). The frequency of snowfall drops drastically from the winter months, making way for more rainfall. As spring pushes winter out of the way, the number of daylight hours continues to mount significantly. The clouds tend to clear more in March, which coupled with longer days, makes it a brighter period. In March, Miles City, Montana moves towards milder weather, marked by longer daylight hours and rising temperatures.

Temperature

March's arrival in Miles City is marked by a notable elevation in high-temperatures, rising from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Miles City records a mean low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In Miles City, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Miles City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.1 days and collects up to 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Miles City. In Miles City, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Miles City, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.4 days and aggregates up to 9.13" (232mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Miles City is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Miles City, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:31 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 7.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. 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: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Miles City during March?

In Miles City, 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Miles City?

The average relative humidity in March is 69%.

How many days does it rain in March in Miles City?

In Miles City, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Miles City in March?

In Miles City, Montana, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Miles City?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Miles City is 7.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Miles City?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Miles City?

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

Average temperature in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Miles City, MT

Average pressure in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Miles City, MT

Average wind speed in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Miles City, MT

Average humidity in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

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Average rainfall in March
Miles City, MT

Average rainfall in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in March
Miles City, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Miles City, MT

Average snowfall in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Miles City, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Miles City, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Miles 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Miles City, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (16.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Miles City, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Miles City, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in March
Miles City, MT

Average visibility in March - Miles City, 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).

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