March weather forecastCortez, CO
March
Weather in March
The weather in Cortez begins to shift in March as winter loosens its grip, making way for the beginnings of spring. However, the city experiences a substantial decrease in snowfall, from 7.56" (192mm) in February to just 2.72" (69mm) in March. With the dwindling snow, the landscape starts to change, revealing an early greenery. The arrival of spring adds a charm to the city, making it a pleasant time for sightseeing and outdoor activities.Temperature
An upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). Throughout the month of March, Cortez witnesses an average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Cortez is 52%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cortez, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.9 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cortez, in March, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cortez, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 29.29" (744mm) of snow.Daylight
In Cortez, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Cortez, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.UV index
In Cortez, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Cortez, CO
- Average high temperature in March: 50.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Cortez, CO
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Cortez, CO
- Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Cortez, CO
- Average humidity in March: 52%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).
Average rainfall in March
Cortez, CO
- Average rainfall in March: 1.18"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.2").
Average rainfall days in March
Cortez, CO
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cortez, CO
- Average snowfall in March: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cortez, CO
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cortez, CO
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cortez, CO
- Average sunshine days in March: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Cortez, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Cortez, CO
- Average cloud cover in March: 23
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in March
Cortez, 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).
