March weather forecast
Basin, MT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Basin, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Basin's March weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from February's subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). During March, Basin sees a mean low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In Basin, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Basin, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Basin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.7 days and collects up to 16.38" (416mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Basin. In Basin, during March, snow falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.53" (242mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 105.8 snowfall days, and 55.12" (1400mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:57 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 7.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
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. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature during March is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Basin, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Basin, in March, snow falls for 16.9 days, with typically accumulated 9.53" (242mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Basin have in March?

In Basin, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Basin have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Basin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Basin, MT

Average temperature in March - Basin, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (12.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Basin, MT

Average pressure in March - Basin, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Basin, MT

Average wind speed in March - Basin, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Basin, MT

Average humidity in March - Basin, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in March
Basin, MT

Average rainfall in March - Basin, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Basin, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Basin, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Basin, MT

Average snowfall in March - Basin, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.72").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Basin, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Basin, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Basin, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Basin, MT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Basin, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Basin, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Basin, MT

Average UV index in March - Basin, MT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Basin, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Basin, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Basin, MT

Average visibility in March - Basin, MT
  • 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, March and December (5mi).

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