March weather forecast
Rupert, ID

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Weather in March

Welcoming a palpable hint of spring, March offers respite from the long, bone-chilling winter with its discernible leap in temperatures. March records, not only a substantial rise in warmth with average high and low temperatures of 48°F (8.9°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C), but also a significant decrease in snowfall to 3.7" (94mm) from the 4.37" (111mm) observed in February. This transition creates a new landscape, bid by melting snows and emerging buds. April follows, providing not only a further retreat from the bleaker elements of winter but also a blossoming aura in Rupert.

Temperature

Rupert's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). Rupert observes an average nighttime temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) during March.

Humidity

In Rupert, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Rupert. In Rupert, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 24.57" (624mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rupert, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:24 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Rupert, Idaho, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Rupert is 8.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Rupert?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rupert, Idaho, during March are 48°F (8.9°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Rupert?

In Rupert, Idaho, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

What is the wettest month in Rupert?

March is the month with the most rainfall in Rupert. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rupert in March?

In March, in Rupert, Idaho, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Rupert?

In March, in Rupert, Idaho, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout March, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rupert?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rupert?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:24 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Rupert, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:00 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rupert, 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 Rupert have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Rupert is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rupert?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rupert is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rupert, ID

Average temperature in March - Rupert, ID
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Rupert, ID

Average pressure in March - Rupert, ID
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rupert, ID

Average wind speed in March - Rupert, ID
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Rupert, ID

Average humidity in March - Rupert, ID
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (30%).

Average rainfall in March
Rupert, ID

Average rainfall in March - Rupert, ID
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Rupert, ID

Average rainfall days in March - Rupert, ID
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rupert, ID

Average snowfall in March - Rupert, ID
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rupert, ID

Average snowfall days in March - Rupert, ID
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rupert, 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 January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rupert, ID

Average sunshine days in March - Rupert, ID
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Rupert, ID

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Rupert, ID

Average cloud cover in March - Rupert, ID
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

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 11).

Average visibility in March
Rupert, ID

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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