March weather forecast
Blackfoot, ID

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Weather in March

The weather in March symbolizes a transition, as Blackfoot shifts from the chill of winter to the freshness of spring. March experiences warmer temperatures, welcoming outdoor activities and a vibrant environment. Signifying this variation, there is a significant drop in snowfall, decreasing to a mere 4.37" (111mm) compared with the previous month. The enhanced daylight hours and warming temperatures become more conducive for outdoor activities. Snow starts to melt, resulting in an overall fresh outlook, opening doors to the upcoming spring season.

Temperature

March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Blackfoot's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In Blackfoot, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Blackfoot, during March, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.9 snowfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Blackfoot, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 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 March, the average sunshine in Blackfoot is 8h.

UV index

In Blackfoot, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, in Blackfoot, the average high-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Blackfoot?

In Blackfoot, in March, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:55 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average temperature in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average pressure in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Blackfoot, ID

Average wind speed in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average humidity in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).

Average rainfall in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average rainfall in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average snowfall in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average UV index in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Blackfoot, ID

Average visibility in March - Blackfoot, ID
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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