March weather forecast
Capitol, MT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Capitol, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in March, with an increase from a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in February to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). Throughout the month of March, Capitol expects an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Capitol, Montana, is 72%.

Rainfall

In Capitol, Montana, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.8 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Capitol is March, when snow falls for 9.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Capitol is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Capitol, Montana, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:23 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 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Capitol during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Capitol, is 42.6°F (5.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Capitol?

The average relative humidity in March in Capitol is 72%.

How much does it rain in Capitol in March?

In March, in Capitol, Montana, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Capitol?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Capitol, Montana. Snow falls for 9.9 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Capitol?

In Capitol, Montana, in March, during 9.9 snowfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Capitol?

On the first day of March in Capitol, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.

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

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 Capitol have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Capitol is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Capitol?

In Capitol, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Capitol, MT

Average temperature in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Capitol, MT

Average pressure in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Capitol, MT

Average wind speed in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Capitol, MT

Average humidity in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Capitol, MT

Average rainfall in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Capitol, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Capitol, MT

Average snowfall in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Capitol, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Capitol, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Capitol, MT

Average UV index in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Capitol, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Capitol, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in March
Capitol, MT

Average visibility in March - Capitol, 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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