March weather forecast
Three Forks, MT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Three Forks, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in February to an icy 41°F (5°C). An average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is expected in Three Forks during March.

Humidity

In Three Forks, Montana, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Three Forks, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.2 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Three Forks are January through June, September through December. In Three Forks, during March, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 79.6 snowfall days, and 30.08" (764mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 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

In March, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Three Forks, 41°F (5°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Three Forks in March?

In Three Forks, Montana, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Three Forks, during March, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Three Forks have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Three Forks, MT

Average temperature in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (12.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Three Forks, MT

Average pressure in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Three Forks, MT

Average wind speed in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Three Forks, MT

Average humidity in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).

Average rainfall in March
Three Forks, MT

Average rainfall in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Three Forks, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Three Forks, MT

Average snowfall in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Three Forks, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Three Forks, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Three Forks, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Three Forks, MT

Average UV index in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Three Forks, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Three Forks, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Three Forks, MT

Average visibility in March - Three Forks, 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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