March weather forecast
Buffalo, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Buffalo, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Buffalo sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from February's subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.2 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Buffalo, during March, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 83.4 snowfall days, and 45.51" (1156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Buffalo, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:47 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 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature during March is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Buffalo, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Buffalo, in March, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.63" (143mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:47 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 long on average sun shines in March in Buffalo?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Buffalo is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Buffalo, MT

Average temperature in March - Buffalo, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Buffalo, MT

Average pressure in March - Buffalo, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Buffalo, MT

Average wind speed in March - Buffalo, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, April and October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Buffalo, MT

Average humidity in March - Buffalo, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Buffalo, MT

Average rainfall in March - Buffalo, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Buffalo, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Buffalo, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Buffalo, MT

Average snowfall in March - Buffalo, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Buffalo, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Buffalo, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Buffalo, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Buffalo, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Buffalo, MT

Average UV index in March - Buffalo, MT
  • 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, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Buffalo, MT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Buffalo, MT

Average visibility in March - Buffalo, 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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