March weather - Spring 2024

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average pressure in March
Average wind speed in March
Average humidity in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average snowfall in March
Average snowfall days in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average sunshine days in March
Average UV index in March
Average cloud cover in March
Average visibility in March

The trees blossom with colorful flower petals near a high water tower in Meridian, Idaho

Weather in March

As winter fades, the weather in Meridian shifts towards spring in March. Notably, temperatures rise to the low 50s°F and snowfall levels drop down to 0.91" (23mm) on average. Humidity levels also decline, resulting in drier conditions. As the month draws to a close, residents can expect brighter, longer days as April dawns. Thus, March serves as an important transition period between the cold, wintry conditions of February and the milder, drier conditions characteristic of April.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Meridian sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from February's wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). The average low-temperature during March nights is a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Meridian is 64%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Meridian. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Meridian aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.1 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) 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 7:20 am and sunset at 6:34 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:11 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 Meridian, the average sunshine in March is 7.9h.

UV index

In Meridian, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Meridian?

In Meridian, 51.4°F (10.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Meridian?

The average relative humidity in March in Meridian is 64%.

What is the wettest month in Meridian?

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Meridian in March?

In Meridian, Idaho, in March, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Meridian?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Meridian aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Meridian have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Meridian?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:34 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Meridian, Idaho, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.

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

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

In Meridian, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Meridian?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Meridian, Idaho, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

42.1°F 5.6°C

51.4°F 10.8°C

59.5°F 15.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.1mph 11.4km/h

8mph 12.9km/h

8.2mph 13.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.3

12.3

14.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Meridian, ID

Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36°F).

Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Meridian, ID

Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Meridian, ID

Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Meridian, ID

Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (30%).

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Average rainfall in March
Meridian, ID

Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in March
Meridian, ID

Average rainfall days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Meridian, ID

Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Meridian, ID

Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Meridian, ID

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Meridian, ID

Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Meridian, ID

Average UV index in March: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Meridian, ID

Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in March
Meridian, ID

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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March weather forecast
Meridian, ID

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