March weather forecast
Virginia City, MT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Virginia City, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Virginia City's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). Throughout March, Virginia City's nights cool down to an average of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Virginia City, Montana, is 87%.

Rainfall

In Virginia City, during March, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Virginia City, there are 105.7 rainfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Virginia City. In March, in Virginia City, it is snowing for 18.6 days. Throughout March, 10.94" (278mm) of snow is accumulated. In Virginia City, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 136.1 days and aggregates up to 86.93" (2208mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Virginia City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:55 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 Virginia City, Montana, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Virginia City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Virginia City?

In Virginia City, 33.1°F (0.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 18°F (-7.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Virginia City?

The average relative humidity in March in Virginia City, Montana, is 87%.

How much does it rain in Virginia City in March?

In Virginia City, during March, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Virginia City in March?

In Virginia City, during March, snow falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Virginia City have in March?

In Virginia City, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:55 pm MDT.

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

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

In Virginia City, Montana, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Virginia City?

In Virginia City, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Virginia City, MT

Average temperature in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (46°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Virginia City, MT

Average pressure in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Virginia City, MT

Average wind speed in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Virginia City, MT

Average humidity in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

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Average rainfall in March
Virginia City, MT

Average rainfall in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Virginia City, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Virginia City, MT

Average snowfall in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 10.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (14.76").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.08").

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Average snowfall days in March
Virginia City, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (19.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0.3 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Virginia City, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Virginia City, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Virginia City, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Virginia City, MT

Average UV index in March - Virginia City, 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 and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Virginia City, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in March
Virginia City, MT

Average visibility in March - Virginia City, MT
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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