March weather forecast
Sun Prairie, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sun Prairie, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature in Sun Prairie dips to an average of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Sun Prairie, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sun Prairie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.6 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sun Prairie, Montana, are January through May, September through December. In Sun Prairie, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sun Prairie, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.6 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:54 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 in Sun Prairie is 7.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sun Prairie, Montana. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Sun Prairie in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Sun Prairie?

In March, the average relative humidity in Sun Prairie, Montana, is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sun Prairie?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sun Prairie in March?

In Sun Prairie, Montana, in March, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sun Prairie have in March?

In Sun Prairie, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Sun Prairie?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:54 pm MDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Sun Prairie?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Sun Prairie, Montana, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Sun Prairie have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sun Prairie?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sun Prairie.

How high is the UV index in March in Sun Prairie?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sun Prairie is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average temperature in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average pressure in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average wind speed in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average humidity in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average rainfall in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and July (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average snowfall in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 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
Sun Prairie, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sun Prairie, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average UV index in March - Sun Prairie, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average visibility in March - Sun Prairie, 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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