March weather forecast
Alta Vista, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alta Vista, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C) in February to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). March's average low-temperature reading settles at a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Alta Vista, the average relative humidity in March is 52%.

Rainfall

In Alta Vista, Colorado, in March, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 83.6 rainfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Alta Vista, in March, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alta Vista, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Alta Vista, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:49 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Alta Vista, the average sunshine in March is 8.8h.

UV index

In Alta Vista, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Alta Vista?

During March, Alta Vista experiences an average high-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Alta Vista?

The average relative humidity in March in Alta Vista is 52%.

How many days does it rain in March in Alta Vista?

In Alta Vista, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Alta Vista in March?

In March, in Alta Vista, Colorado, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Alta Vista have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Alta Vista?

On the first day of March in Alta Vista, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:49 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Alta Vista is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Alta Vista?

In Alta Vista, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average temperature in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average pressure in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average wind speed in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average humidity in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and September (46%).

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Average rainfall in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average rainfall in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average snowfall in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alta Vista, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average UV index in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in March
Alta Vista, CO

Average visibility in March - Alta Vista, CO
  • 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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