March weather forecastCastle Rock, CO
March
Weather in March
In March, Castle Rock shifts into spring with its warming trend. There's an upswing in temperatures and a decrease in snowfall compared to February, creating the ideal conditions for the snow to start melting. The city experiences increased rainfall during this period. The longer hours of daylight and marginally higher temperatures make this a time of year favored by those who enjoy mild, comfortable conditions. Flowers start to bloom as the thaw continues, hinting at the oncoming arrival of spring in its full glory.Temperature
March's arrival in Castle Rock brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C) in February to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). A marked difference from the daytime temperatures, Castle Rock's nighttime temperature falls to an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Castle Rock is 56%.Rainfall
In Castle Rock, during March, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Castle Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.3 days and collects up to 13.7" (348mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, October through December are months with snowfall in Castle Rock. In Castle Rock, in March, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 6.65" (169mm) of snow. In Castle Rock, during the entire year, snow falls for 51 days and aggregates up to 40.43" (1027mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Castle Rock, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 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 in Castle Rock, Colorado, is 8.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average humidity in March: 56%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and September (45%).
Average rainfall in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average rainfall in March: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.55").
Average rainfall days in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average snowfall in March: 6.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.13").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Castle Rock, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 54min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Castle Rock, CO
- Average cloud cover in March: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in March
Castle Rock, 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).
