March weather forecast
Essex, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Essex, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and max 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C) to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). During March nights, Essex records an average temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Humidity

In Essex, the average relative humidity in March is 90%.

Rainfall

In Essex, Montana, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Essex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Essex, during March, snow falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.85" (301mm) of snow. In Essex, during the entire year, snow falls for 128.7 days and aggregates up to 92.13" (2340mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 8:04 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 5.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Essex. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in March leads to these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Essex?

In March, in Essex, the average high-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Essex?

In March, the average relative humidity in Essex is 90%.

How much does it rain in Essex in March?

In March, in Essex, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Essex?

In Essex, during March, snow falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.85" (301mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Essex have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Essex?

On the first day of March in Essex, Montana, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Essex, Montana, 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 Essex have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Essex is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Essex?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March in Essex?

In Essex, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Essex, MT

Average temperature in March - Essex, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Essex, MT

Average pressure in March - Essex, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Essex, MT

Average wind speed in March - Essex, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Essex, MT

Average humidity in March - Essex, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

Average rainfall in March
Essex, MT

Average rainfall in March - Essex, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Essex, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Essex, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Essex, MT

Average snowfall in March - Essex, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 11.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (20.16").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Essex, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Essex, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (22.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Essex, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Essex, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Essex, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Essex, MT

Average UV index in March - Essex, MT
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Essex, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Essex, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Essex, MT

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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