March weather forecast
Hays, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hays, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) in February to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) is recorded during the nights in March in Hays, Montana.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Hays, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hays, there are 103.3 rainfall days, and 11.81" (300mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hays, Montana, are January through May, September through December. In Hays, Montana, during March, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Hays, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.6 days and aggregates up to 20.28" (515mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hays, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:44 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 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hays in March?

During March, Hays experiences an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hays?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Hays?

In Hays, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hays in March?

In March, in Hays, Montana, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hays have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Hays?

On the first day of March in Hays, Montana, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:44 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Hays, Montana, is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Hays?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Hays, Montana, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health 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
Hays, MT

Average temperature in March - Hays, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Hays, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hays, MT

Average wind speed in March - Hays, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Hays, MT

Average humidity in March - Hays, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in March
Hays, MT

Average rainfall in March - Hays, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.89").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Hays, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Hays, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hays, MT

Average snowfall in March - Hays, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hays, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Hays, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hays, 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 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Hays, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Hays, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Hays, MT

Average UV index in March - Hays, MT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Hays, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Hays, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Hays, MT

Average visibility in March - Hays, MT
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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