March weather forecastAlma, CO

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March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alma, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 9.9°F (-12.3°C) and max 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

As Alma welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C) in February to a still subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). In the month of March, the average low-temperature usually rests at a frigid cold 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Alma, in March, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.5 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Alma, during March, snow falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 15.87" (403mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 139 snowfall days, and 101.69" (2583mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Alma, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Alma, is 29.8°F (-1.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

In Alma, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

In Alma, in March, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Alma, during March, snow falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 15.87" (403mm) of snow.

In Alma, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 pm MDT.

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.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.1h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Alma, CO

  • Average high temperature in March: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Alma, CO

  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alma, CO

  • Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Alma, CO

  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Alma, CO

  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Alma, CO

  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alma, CO

  • Average snowfall in March: 15.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (16.26").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.16").

Average snowfall days in March
Alma, CO

  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (18.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alma, CO

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alma, CO

  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Alma, CO

  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Alma, CO

  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Alma, CO

  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).