March weather forecast
Mountain Home, ID

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Weather in March

In Mountain Home, Idaho, USA, we observe a significant leap towards spring in March. The weather warms up considerably with a pleasant average high temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and low of 37.4°F (3°C). The increased daylight hours and diminishing snowfall to a mere 0.39" (10mm) send a clear signal of the impending spring. The shift from the cold winter months becomes evident as the landscape starts to thaw. March weather brings a refreshing change, setting the stage for a vibrant spring season.

Temperature

March brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from February's chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). An average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) is recorded during the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Mountain Home, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.3 rainfall days, and 7.44" (189mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Mountain Home, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mountain Home, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.6 days and aggregates up to 11.02" (280mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:32 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:08 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 8.7h.

UV index

In Mountain Home, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 37.4°F (3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Mountain Home, the average relative humidity in March is 59%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Mountain Home, in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Mountain Home, in March, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mountain Home have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:32 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:08 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 Mountain Home have in March?

In Mountain Home, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average temperature in March - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Mountain Home, ID

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average wind speed in March - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average humidity in March - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (25%).

Average rainfall in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average rainfall in March - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average snowfall in March - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mountain Home, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average UV index in March - Mountain Home, 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
Mountain Home, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March
Mountain Home, ID

Average visibility in March - Mountain Home, 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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