March weather forecast
Bench, ID

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Bench, Idaho, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

March introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C) to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). In Bench, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bench, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.3 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Bench, it is snowing for 16.7 days. Throughout March, 9.84" (250mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bench, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.2 days and aggregates up to 69.33" (1761mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bench is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:17 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Bench is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bench is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bench in March?

Bench in March has an average high-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bench?

In March, the average relative humidity in Bench, Idaho, is 89%.

How much does it rain in Bench in March?

In Bench, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Bench?

In Bench, Idaho, during March, snow falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.84" (250mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bench have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Bench?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:17 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:52 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Bench is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Bench?

In Bench, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Bench, ID

Average temperature in March - Bench, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Bench, ID

Average pressure in March - Bench, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bench, ID

Average wind speed in March - Bench, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Bench, ID

Average humidity in March - Bench, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in March
Bench, ID

Average rainfall in March - Bench, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Bench, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Bench, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bench, ID

Average snowfall in March - Bench, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.41").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bench, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Bench, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bench, ID

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bench, ID
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bench, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Bench, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Bench, ID

Average UV index in March - Bench, ID
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Bench, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Bench, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Bench, ID

Average visibility in March - Bench, ID
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).

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