March weather forecast
De Smet, ID

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in De Smet, Idaho, with an average temperature varying between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, De Smet's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a still cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). In De Smet, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during March.

Humidity

In De Smet, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In De Smet, during March, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow. In De Smet, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.2 days and aggregates up to 59.69" (1516mm) of snow.

Daylight

In De Smet, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:33 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:16 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

In De Smet, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in De Smet, is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 7.95" (202mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:33 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:16 pm PDT.

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

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 De Smet?

In De Smet, Idaho, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in De Smet?

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
De Smet, ID

Average temperature in March - De Smet, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.2°F).

Average pressure in March
De Smet, ID

Average pressure in March - De Smet, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
De Smet, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4mph).

Average humidity in March
De Smet, ID

Average humidity in March - De Smet, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in March
De Smet, ID

Average rainfall in March - De Smet, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
De Smet, ID

Average rainfall days in March - De Smet, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
De Smet, ID

Average snowfall in March - De Smet, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
De Smet, ID

Average snowfall days in March - De Smet, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
De Smet, ID

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
De Smet, ID

Average sunshine days in March - De Smet, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.5 days).

Average UV index in March
De Smet, ID

Average UV index in March - De Smet, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
De Smet, ID

Average cloud cover in March - De Smet, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
De Smet, ID

Average visibility in March - De Smet, ID
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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