March weather forecast
Dayton, ID

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dayton, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 41°F (5°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, changing from a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a cold 41°F (5°C). During the month of March, the temperature falls to an average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, Idaho, in March, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.4 rainfall days, and 18.27" (464mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Dayton, in March, during 12.3 snowfall days, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dayton, Idaho, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.8 days and aggregates up to 60.12" (1527mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dayton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:53 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 is 7.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dayton?

In Dayton, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Dayton, during March, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:53 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dayton, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Dayton, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dayton, ID

Average temperature in March - Dayton, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Dayton, ID

Average pressure in March - Dayton, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dayton, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Dayton, ID

Average humidity in March - Dayton, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in March
Dayton, ID

Average rainfall in March - Dayton, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Dayton, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Dayton, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dayton, ID

Average snowfall in March - Dayton, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dayton, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Dayton, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dayton, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dayton, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Dayton, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Dayton, ID

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

Average cloud cover in March
Dayton, ID

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Dayton, ID

Average visibility in March - Dayton, 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, February and December (4mi).

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