March weather forecast
Billings, MT

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The forest of trees in the plains, on the sandstone bluffs in Billings, Montana
The forest of trees in the plains, on the sandstone bluffs in Billings, Montana

Weather in March

March kicks off a gradual transition from frigid winter to a milder spring, with temperatures ranging from 29.1°F (-1.6°C) to 45.1°F (7.3°C). As winter's hold recedes, rainfall takes over snowfall with an average of 1.22" (31mm) of rain. Spring buds begin to appear upon trees, indicating the incoming milder weather of April. The receding snow transforms the landscape from a winter wonderland to a scene hinting towards spring bloom.

Temperature

March witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C) in February to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Billings, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 68%.

Rainfall

In Billings, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.5 rainfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.5 snowfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Billings, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:41 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

The months with the lowest UV index in Billings are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Billings, is 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Billings, in March, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Billings, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Billings have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Billings is 7.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Billings?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Billings, MT

Average temperature in March - Billings, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Billings, MT

Average pressure in March - Billings, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Billings, MT

Average wind speed in March - Billings, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Billings, MT

Average humidity in March - Billings, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in March
Billings, MT

Average rainfall in March - Billings, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Billings, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Billings, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Billings, MT

Average snowfall in March - Billings, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Billings, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Billings, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Billings, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Billings, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Billings, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Billings, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Billings, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Billings, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Billings, MT

Average visibility in March - Billings, MT
  • 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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