March weather forecast
Sheridan, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sheridan, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from February's freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C). Sheridan reports a consistent average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) throughout March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sheridan, during March, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sheridan, there are 158 rainfall days, and 12.2" (310mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sheridan are January through April, October through December. In Sheridan, in March, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 5.12" (130mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Sheridan, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:56 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 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Sheridan?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sheridan, Montana, are 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Sheridan in March?

In Sheridan, Montana, during March, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sheridan in March?

In Sheridan, Montana, in March, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sheridan have in March?

In March, the average day length in Sheridan is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sheridan?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Sheridan, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:56 pm MDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Sheridan?

The average sunshine duration in March in Sheridan is 8.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sheridan?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Sheridan?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Sheridan, MT

Average temperature in March - Sheridan, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Sheridan, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sheridan, MT

Average wind speed in March - Sheridan, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Sheridan, MT

Average humidity in March - Sheridan, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (46%).

Average rainfall in March
Sheridan, MT

Average rainfall in March - Sheridan, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Sheridan, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Sheridan, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sheridan, MT

Average snowfall in March - Sheridan, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sheridan, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Sheridan, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sheridan, 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: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sheridan, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Sheridan, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Sheridan, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sheridan, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Sheridan, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Sheridan, MT

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

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

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