March weather forecast
Downey, ID

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Downey, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) to a still icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Downey experiences a consistent average temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Downey, Idaho, in March, during 13.9 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Downey, Idaho, in March, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 5" (127mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.7 snowfall days, and 48.82" (1240mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Downey, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MST. On the last day of March, 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

In Downey, the average sunshine in March is 7.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Downey, in March, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Downey, in March, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Downey have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Downey?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 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, 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 Downey have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Downey, ID

Average temperature in March - Downey, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Downey, ID

Average pressure in March - Downey, 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
Downey, ID

Average wind speed in March - Downey, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Downey, ID

Average humidity in March - Downey, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (35%).

Average rainfall in March
Downey, ID

Average rainfall in March - Downey, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Downey, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Downey, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Downey, ID

Average snowfall in March - Downey, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (13.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Downey, ID

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Downey, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Downey, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Downey, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Downey, ID

Average UV index in March - Downey, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Downey, ID

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Downey, ID

Average visibility in March - Downey, 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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