March weather forecast
Amherst, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Amherst, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.1°F (12.3°C) and min 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) in February to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Amherst experiences an average temperature drop to a cold 33.8°F (1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Amherst is 55%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.5 days and collects up to 16.14" (410mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.9 days and aggregates up to 15.55" (395mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Amherst, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Amherst, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:12 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

The average sunshine in March in Amherst is 7.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Amherst?

Amherst in March has an average high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Amherst?

In March, the average relative humidity in Amherst, Colorado, is 55%.

How much does it rain in Amherst in March?

In March, in Amherst, Colorado, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Amherst?

In March, in Amherst, Colorado, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Amherst?

On the first day of March in Amherst, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:12 pm MDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Amherst have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Amherst?

In Amherst, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Amherst, CO

Average temperature in March - Amherst, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Amherst, CO

Average pressure in March - Amherst, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Amherst, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Amherst, CO

Average humidity in March - Amherst, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 55%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (51%).

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Average rainfall in March
Amherst, CO

Average rainfall in March - Amherst, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Amherst, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Amherst, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Amherst, CO

Average snowfall in March - Amherst, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Amherst, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Amherst, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8 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
Amherst, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Amherst, CO
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Amherst, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Amherst, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Amherst, CO

Average UV index in March - Amherst, CO
  • 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
Amherst, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Amherst, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in March
Amherst, CO

Average visibility in March - Amherst, 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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