March weather forecast
Gallatin Gateway, MT

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Weather in March

The transition from winter to spring begins in March in Gallatin Gateway. The snowfall decreases to 13.78in from February's 15.51in, and a slow rise in temperature starts coming into effect. Consistent weather changes are evident as days grow longer. Moving forward, April carries the expectancy of further warmth as the grip of the freezing winter gradually eases.

Temperature

The start of March in Gallatin Gateway brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). Gallatin Gateway records an average nighttime low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Gallatin Gateway is 87%.

Rainfall

In Gallatin Gateway, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 19.3 days. Throughout March, 13.78" (350mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gallatin Gateway, during the entire year, snow falls for 122.8 days and aggregates up to 91.1" (2314mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Gallatin Gateway is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Gallatin Gateway, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:52 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 6.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in March leads to these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. 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

How cold is March in Gallatin Gateway?

In March, in Gallatin Gateway, the average high-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gallatin Gateway?

The average relative humidity in March in Gallatin Gateway is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March in Gallatin Gateway?

In Gallatin Gateway, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gallatin Gateway in March?

In Gallatin Gateway, Montana, during March, snow falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.78" (350mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gallatin Gateway have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gallatin Gateway?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:52 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Gallatin Gateway, 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 Gallatin Gateway?

In Gallatin Gateway, Montana, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gallatin Gateway?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Gallatin Gateway?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average temperature in March - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (10.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average wind speed in March - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average humidity in March - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average rainfall in March - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average snowfall in March - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 13.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.51").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gallatin Gateway, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7 days).

Average UV index in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average UV index in March - Gallatin Gateway, 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
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average visibility in March - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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