March weather forecast
Craig, CO

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Weather in March

March marks the arrival of early spring in Craig, Colorado. With the passing of February, there is an improvement in the temperatures giving the environment a breath of fresh air. The snow which once painted the city white, starts to reduce significantly to 7.05" (179mm) making the landscapes much clearer. The days start getting longer, providing an ambience that allows for outdoor activity without the harshness of winter. Therefore, the weather shifts towards a more comfortable environment towards the end of March, signalling the end of winter.

Temperature

March in Craig, Colorado, comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). During the nights in March, the temperature averages to a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In Craig, Colorado, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Craig, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Craig, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.8 days and collects up to 9.88" (251mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Craig, in March, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.05" (179mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.6 snowfall days, and 41.3" (1049mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Craig, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Craig is 7.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Craig during March?

March temperatures in Craig, Colorado, vary between a high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Craig?

In Craig, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Craig in March?

In Craig, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Craig?

In March, in Craig, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Craig?

On the first day of March in Craig, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Craig, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Craig?

In Craig, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Craig?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Craig, Colorado.

What is the UV index reading in March in Craig?

In Craig, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Craig, CO

Average temperature in March - Craig, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Craig, CO

Average pressure in March - Craig, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Craig, CO

Average wind speed in March - Craig, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Craig, CO

Average humidity in March - Craig, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in March
Craig, CO

Average rainfall in March - Craig, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Craig, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Craig, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Craig, CO

Average snowfall in March - Craig, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Craig, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Craig, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 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
Craig, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Craig, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Craig, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Craig, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Craig, CO

Average UV index in March - Craig, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Craig, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Craig, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in March
Craig, CO

Average visibility in March - Craig, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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