Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). Orchard Homes anticipates an average minimum temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) in the month of March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Orchard Homes, during March, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 67.5 rainfall days, and 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Orchard Homes, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Orchard Homes, during the entire year, snow falls for 44 days and aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 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 7h.UV index
In Orchard Homes, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
How cold is March?
What is the average humidity in March?
How much does it rain in March?
How many days does it snow in March?
What is the average length of the day in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
How long on average sun shines in March?
What is the UV index intensity in March?
Average temperature in March
Orchard Homes, 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: 22.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Orchard Homes, 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
Orchard Homes, MT
- Average wind speed in March: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in March
Orchard Homes, MT
- Average humidity in March: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (50%).
Average rainfall in March
Orchard Homes, MT
- Average rainfall in March: 0.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.47").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and December (0.16").
Average rainfall days in March
Orchard Homes, MT
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Orchard Homes, MT
- Average snowfall in March: 0.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Orchard Homes, MT
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Orchard Homes, 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: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Orchard Homes, MT
- Average sunshine days in March: 20.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Orchard Homes, 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 February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Orchard Homes, MT
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in March
Orchard Homes, MT
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).
Orchard Homes, Montana, USA
Weather forecast for your location
2. Allow the app to use your location