March weather forecast
Montpelier, ID

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Montpelier, Idaho, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in February to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). During March, Montpelier sees a mean low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Montpelier, in March, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Montpelier, there are 117.5 rainfall days, and 20.24" (514mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 18.3 days. Throughout March, 14.29" (363mm) of snow is accumulated. In Montpelier, during the entire year, snow falls for 116.1 days and aggregates up to 91.14" (2315mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Montpelier, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:50 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Montpelier in March has an average high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Montpelier, in March, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Montpelier in March?

In Montpelier, in March, during 18.3 snowfall days, 14.29" (363mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Montpelier have in March?

The average day length in March in Montpelier is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:50 pm MDT.

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

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 Montpelier have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Montpelier is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Montpelier, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Montpelier, ID

Average temperature in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Montpelier, ID

Average pressure in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Montpelier, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Montpelier, ID

Average humidity in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in March
Montpelier, ID

Average rainfall in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Montpelier, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Montpelier, ID

Average snowfall in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 14.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (18.39").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Montpelier, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Montpelier, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Montpelier, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Montpelier, ID

Average UV index in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Montpelier, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Montpelier, ID

Average visibility in March - Montpelier, ID
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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