March weather forecast
Jerome, ID

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The high rocks around the Snake River near the iconic Shoshone Falls in Jerome County, Idaho
The high rocks around the Snake River near the iconic Shoshone Falls in Jerome County, Idaho

Weather in March

In Jerome, Idaho, March brings significant shifts in weather patterns, indicating the arrival of spring. Transitional weather often involves periods of frost, especially in the mornings, before eventually warming up during the day. Snowfall decreases further in March, dropping to a mere 1.54" (39mm) over four days. The gradual increase in daylight and sunshine hours promotes thawing of the remaining winter snow. With the promise of warmer days to come, residents eagerly anticipate the full bloom of spring in April.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Jerome experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C). During March, Jerome records an average temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) at night.

Humidity

In Jerome, the average relative humidity in March is 63%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.9 rainfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Jerome, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Jerome, during the entire year, snow falls for 42 days and aggregates up to 23.35" (593mm) 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 7:12 am and sunset at 6:28 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:03 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 March, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In Jerome, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Jerome, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Jerome, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:28 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:03 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 Jerome have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Jerome, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Jerome, ID

Average temperature in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Jerome, ID

Average pressure in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Jerome, ID

Average wind speed in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Jerome, ID

Average humidity in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (29%).

Average rainfall in March
Jerome, ID

Average rainfall in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Jerome, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jerome, ID

Average snowfall in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Jerome, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Jerome, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Jerome, ID

Average UV index in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Jerome, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Jerome, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Jerome, ID

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

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

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