March weather forecastRiverside, MT
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Riverside, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).Temperature
With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C) in February to a still subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) is observed in Riverside.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 93%.Rainfall
In Riverside, in March, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.2 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through July, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 24.4 days. Throughout March, 17.64" (448mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 snowfall days, and 120.47" (3060mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Riverside, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Riverside, Montana, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.UV index
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Riverside, MT
- Average high temperature in March: 30°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (20.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 14.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (4.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Riverside, MT
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Riverside, MT
- Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Riverside, MT
- Average humidity in March: 93%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).
Average rainfall in March
Riverside, MT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.91").
Average rainfall days in March
Riverside, MT
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Riverside, MT
- Average snowfall in March: 17.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (17.83").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Riverside, MT
- Average snowfall days in March: 24.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (24.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Riverside, MT
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 42min
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: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Riverside, MT
- Average sunshine days in March: 6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Riverside, MT
- Average UV index in March: 1
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 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Riverside, MT
- Average cloud cover in March: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in March
Riverside, MT
- Average visibility in March: 3mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (3mi).
