March weather forecast
Frenchtown, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Frenchtown, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Frenchtown, during March, the rain falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Frenchtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.6 days and collects up to 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 15.4 days. Throughout March, 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated. In Frenchtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.8 days and aggregates up to 55.2" (1402mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:23 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:05 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 Frenchtown, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Frenchtown is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Frenchtown, in March, snow falls for 15.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:23 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:05 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Frenchtown, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average temperature in March - Frenchtown, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average pressure in March - Frenchtown, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average wind speed in March - Frenchtown, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average humidity in March - Frenchtown, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average rainfall in March - Frenchtown, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Frenchtown, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average snowfall in March - Frenchtown, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Frenchtown, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Frenchtown, 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: 6h 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: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Frenchtown, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average UV index in March - Frenchtown, 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
Frenchtown, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Frenchtown, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Frenchtown, MT

Average visibility in March - Frenchtown, 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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