March weather forecast
Dayton, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dayton, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.8 days and collects up to 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Dayton, Montana, during March, snow falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.06" (230mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 117.4 snowfall days, and 58.62" (1489mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:06 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 6.1h.

UV index

In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Dayton, is 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Dayton, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Dayton?

In Dayton, in March, during 18.9 snowfall days, 9.06" (230mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:06 pm MDT.

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

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 Dayton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Dayton is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dayton, MT

Average temperature in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Dayton, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dayton, MT

Average wind speed in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and December (3.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Dayton, MT

Average humidity in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Dayton, MT

Average rainfall in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Dayton, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dayton, MT

Average snowfall in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (12.36").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dayton, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dayton, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Dayton, MT

Average UV index in March - Dayton, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Dayton, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Dayton, MT

Average visibility in March - Dayton, MT
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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