March weather forecast
Meridian, ID

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The trees blossom with colorful flower petals near a high water tower in Meridian, Idaho
The trees blossom with colorful flower petals near a high water tower in Meridian, Idaho

Weather in March

As winter fades, the weather in Meridian shifts towards spring in March. Notably, temperatures rise to the low 50s°F and snowfall levels drop down to 0.91" (23mm) on average. Humidity levels also decline, resulting in drier conditions. As the month draws to a close, residents can expect brighter, longer days as April dawns. Thus, March serves as an important transition period between the cold, wintry conditions of February and the milder, drier conditions characteristic of April.

Temperature

Observing a rise in March, the average high-temperature goes from February's icy 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Meridian aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Meridian, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.1 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) 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 7:20 am and sunset at 6:34 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:11 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 in Meridian is 7.9h.

UV index

In Meridian, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Meridian, 51.4°F (10.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Meridian is 64%.

What is the rainiest month?

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Meridian aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Meridian 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 7:20 am and sunset at 6:34 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:11 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 Meridian, Idaho, 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 7.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Meridian?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Meridian, ID

Average temperature in March - Meridian, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Meridian, ID

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Meridian, ID

Average wind speed in March - Meridian, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Meridian, ID

Average humidity in March - Meridian, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (30%).

Average rainfall in March
Meridian, ID

Average rainfall in March - Meridian, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Meridian, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Meridian, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Meridian, ID

Average snowfall in March - Meridian, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Meridian, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Meridian, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Meridian, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Meridian, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Meridian, ID

Average UV index in March - Meridian, 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
Meridian, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Meridian, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Meridian, ID

Average visibility in March - Meridian, 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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