March weather forecast
Miles City, MT

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Weather in March

March in Miles City, Montana sees a departure from the harsh winter, with average high temperatures rising to 44.2°F (6.8°C). The frequency of snowfall drops drastically from the winter months, making way for more rainfall. As spring pushes winter out of the way, the number of daylight hours continues to mount significantly. The clouds tend to clear more in March, which coupled with longer days, makes it a brighter period. In March, Miles City, Montana moves towards milder weather, marked by longer daylight hours and rising temperatures.

Temperature

In Miles City, stepping into March signifies a significant temperature increment, moving up from February's freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). In Miles City, an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is recorded during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Miles City, in March, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Miles City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.1 days and collects up to 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.4 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Miles City, Montana, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:31 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 7.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

During March, Miles City experiences an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 69%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Miles City have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Miles City, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Miles City, MT

Average temperature in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Miles City, MT

Average pressure in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Miles City, MT

Average wind speed in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Miles City, MT

Average humidity in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in March
Miles City, MT

Average rainfall in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Miles City, MT

Average rainfall days in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Miles City, MT

Average snowfall in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Miles City, MT

Average snowfall days in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Miles City, MT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Miles City, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Miles City, MT

Average sunshine days in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (16.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Miles City, MT

Average UV index in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Miles City, MT

Average cloud cover in March - Miles City, MT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

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

Average visibility in March
Miles City, MT

Average visibility in March - Miles City, 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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