March weather forecast
Basin, WY

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Weather in March

March marks the transitional phase from winter to spring in Basin, Wyoming. Month-on-month, the temperature increases, and daylight hours grow. There's a noticeable reduction in snowfall, replaced by a steady increase in rainfall. The transformation in weather is evident as the landscape begins to thaw and revive. The most significant month-to-month transition is noted in temperature, with high levels rising to 44.4°F (6.9°C) from February's 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

As March begins in Basin, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Basin is 58%.

Rainfall

In March, in Basin, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Basin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.2 days and collects up to 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Basin, Wyoming. In Basin, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Basin, the average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Basin. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Basin?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Basin during March are 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Basin?

In Basin, the average relative humidity in March is 58%.

How many days does it rain in March in Basin?

In Basin, Wyoming, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Basin in March?

In Basin, Wyoming, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Basin?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Basin?

On the first day of March in Basin, Wyoming, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Basin, 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 Basin have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Basin is 9.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Basin?

The months with the lowest UV index in Basin, Wyoming, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Basin?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Basin is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Basin, WY

Average temperature in March - Basin, WY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Basin, WY

Average pressure in March - Basin, WY
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Basin, WY

Average wind speed in March - Basin, WY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Basin, WY

Average humidity in March - Basin, WY
  • Average humidity in March: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (33%).

Average rainfall in March
Basin, WY

Average rainfall in March - Basin, WY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Basin, WY

Average rainfall days in March - Basin, WY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Basin, WY

Average snowfall in March - Basin, WY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Basin, WY

Average snowfall days in March - Basin, WY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Basin, WY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Basin, WY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Basin, WY

Average sunshine days in March - Basin, WY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Basin, WY

Average UV index in March - Basin, WY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Basin, WY

Average cloud cover in March - Basin, WY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Basin, WY

Average visibility in March - Basin, WY
  • 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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