March weather forecast
Clayton, ID

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Clayton, Idaho, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). In March, the average low-temperature in Clayton records at a freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Clayton, during March, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Clayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.7 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Clayton, in March, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Clayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.7 days and aggregates up to 18.62" (473mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Clayton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Clayton, Idaho, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:26 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:04 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

The average sunshine in March in Clayton is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Clayton?

March temperatures in Clayton vary between a high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Clayton?

In March, the average relative humidity in Clayton is 82%.

How much does it rain in Clayton in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Clayton?

In Clayton, during March, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Clayton have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Clayton?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:26 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

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

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 Clayton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Clayton, Idaho, is 7.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Clayton?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Clayton.

What is the UV index reading in March in Clayton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Clayton, ID

Average temperature in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Clayton, ID

Average pressure in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Clayton, ID

Average wind speed in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Clayton, ID

Average humidity in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (38%).

Average rainfall in March
Clayton, ID

Average rainfall in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Clayton, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clayton, ID

Average snowfall in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clayton, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clayton, ID
  • 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clayton, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (17.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Clayton, ID

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Clayton, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Clayton, ID

Average visibility in March - Clayton, ID
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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