March weather forecast
Sun Prairie, MT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Sun Prairie, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Throughout the month of March, Sun Prairie expects an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Sun Prairie, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Sun Prairie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.6 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sun Prairie, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.6 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Sun Prairie, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:54 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 in Sun Prairie is 7.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Sun Prairie, is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sun Prairie, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Sun Prairie, during March, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sun Prairie have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Sun Prairie, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:54 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 Sun Prairie have in March?

In Sun Prairie, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average temperature in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average pressure in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average wind speed in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average humidity in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average rainfall in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and July (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average snowfall in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sun Prairie, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average UV index in March - Sun Prairie, 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 January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Sun Prairie, MT

Average visibility in March - Sun Prairie, 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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