March weather forecast
Cottonwood, ID

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Cottonwood, Idaho, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Cottonwood experiences an average low-temperature reading of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Cottonwood, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cottonwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 18.9 days. Throughout March, 17.28" (439mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.2 snowfall days, and 105.79" (2687mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:32 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

In March, in Cottonwood, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Cottonwood, in March, during 14 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Cottonwood?

In Cottonwood, Idaho, during March, snow falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Cottonwood?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:32 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm PDT.

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 PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cottonwood?

In Cottonwood, 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 radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average temperature in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average pressure in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average wind speed in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and November (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average humidity in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).

Average rainfall in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 17.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23.11").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is 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
Cottonwood, ID

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average UV index in March - Cottonwood, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Cottonwood, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Cottonwood, ID

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

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

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