March weather forecast
Rigby, ID

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Weather in March

Transitioning into towards spring, March in Rigby brings about noticeable shifts in weather patterns. A marked increase in daylight hours infuses the city with yet another sign of the impending spring. This month sees a significant jump in average high temperatures to 41°F (5°C) and lows to 27°F (-2.8°C) compared to cooler February. Less snow begins to blanket the city as rainfall gradually takes precedence. Temperatures continue to climb steadily, hinting at warmer days to come.

Temperature

The shift from February to March in Rigby brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a cold 41°F (5°C). The temperature in Rigby lowers to an average of 27°F (-2.8°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Rigby, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rigby, in March, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rigby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 10.94" (278mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rigby, during the entire year, snow falls for 79 days and aggregates up to 31.54" (801mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:17 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 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 7.2h.

UV index

In Rigby, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Rigby in March has an average high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Rigby, during March, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rigby, in March, during 12.1 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:17 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 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 Rigby have in March?

In Rigby, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Rigby, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Rigby, ID

Average temperature in March - Rigby, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Rigby, ID

Average pressure in March - Rigby, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rigby, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Rigby, ID

Average humidity in March - Rigby, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (37%).

Average rainfall in March
Rigby, ID

Average rainfall in March - Rigby, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Rigby, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Rigby, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rigby, ID

Average snowfall in March - Rigby, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rigby, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Rigby, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rigby, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rigby, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Rigby, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Rigby, ID

Average UV index in March - Rigby, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Rigby, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Rigby, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Rigby, ID

Average visibility in March - Rigby, ID
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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