March weather forecast
Glendive, MT

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The calm Yellowstone River running under a bridge through a vast industrial landscape, in Glendive, Montana
The calm Yellowstone River running under a bridge through a vast industrial landscape, in Glendive, Montana

Weather in March

March signifies the transition from winter to spring in Glendive, Montana. The city witnesses a substantial increase in daily temperatures, rendering a warmer climate. The snow gradually melts away, making way for more rain. Daylight hours increase noticeably, hinting at the onset of spring. A notable feature of March is its average low temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C), compared to a low of 12.9°F (-10.6°C) in February.

Temperature

March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from February's freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). Throughout March, Glendive witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In Glendive, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

January, March and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Glendive, during March, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.2 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Glendive, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

Glendive in March has an average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Glendive?

In Glendive, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January, March and November Rain falls for 7 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Glendive, during March, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:27 pm MDT.

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

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 Glendive have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Glendive, MT

Average temperature in March - Glendive, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Glendive, MT

Average pressure in March - Glendive, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Glendive, MT

Average wind speed in March - Glendive, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Glendive, MT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in March
Glendive, MT

Average rainfall in March - Glendive, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Glendive, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Glendive, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Glendive, MT

Average snowfall in March - Glendive, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Glendive, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Glendive, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Glendive, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Glendive, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Glendive, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Glendive, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Glendive, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Glendive, MT

Average visibility in March - Glendive, 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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