March weather forecast
Fairfield, ID

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fairfield, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in March, edging from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). In Fairfield, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.4 days and collects up to 8.03" (204mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fairfield, Idaho, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.1 days and aggregates up to 29.65" (753mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:28 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:05 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 Fairfield, the average sunshine in March is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Fairfield, 39.7°F (4.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.3°F (-3.7°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fairfield, during March, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Fairfield, Idaho, in March, during 6.4 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fairfield have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:28 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:05 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fairfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Fairfield, ID

Average temperature in March - Fairfield, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Fairfield, ID

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fairfield, ID

Average wind speed in March - Fairfield, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and June (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Fairfield, ID

Average humidity in March - Fairfield, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (32%).

Average rainfall in March
Fairfield, ID

Average rainfall in March - Fairfield, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Fairfield, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Fairfield, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fairfield, ID

Average snowfall in March - Fairfield, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fairfield, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Fairfield, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fairfield, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Fairfield, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Fairfield, ID

Average UV index in March - Fairfield, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Fairfield, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Fairfield, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Fairfield, ID

Average visibility in March - Fairfield, ID
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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