March weather forecast
Sunburst, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sunburst, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in February to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Sunburst, in March, during 7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sunburst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sunburst, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:57 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 is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Sunburst, 40.8°F (4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Sunburst is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sunburst, Montana, in March, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Sunburst, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Sunburst, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:57 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

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.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sunburst, MT

Average temperature in March - Sunburst, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Sunburst, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sunburst, MT

Average wind speed in March - Sunburst, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Sunburst, MT

Average humidity in March - Sunburst, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in March
Sunburst, MT

Average rainfall in March - Sunburst, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Sunburst, MT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sunburst, MT

Average snowfall in March - Sunburst, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sunburst, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Sunburst, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sunburst, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Sunburst, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Sunburst, MT

Average UV index in March - Sunburst, 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
Sunburst, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Sunburst, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Sunburst, MT

Average visibility in March - Sunburst, 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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