March weather forecast
Elk Springs, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Elk Springs, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C) in February to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Elk Springs's temperature lowers to a mean of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Elk Springs is 64%.

Rainfall

In Elk Springs, Colorado, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elk Springs, there are 114.4 rainfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elk Springs, Colorado, are January through May, October through December. In March, in Elk Springs, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elk Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.5 days and aggregates up to 26.02" (661mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Elk Springs, Colorado, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:37 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 is 8.3h.

UV index

In Elk Springs, 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: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elk Springs in March?

Elk Springs in March has an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Elk Springs?

In March, the average relative humidity in Elk Springs, Colorado, is 64%.

How many days does it rain in March in Elk Springs?

In Elk Springs, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Elk Springs?

In Elk Springs, Colorado, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Elk Springs?

The average day length in March in Elk Springs, Colorado, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Elk Springs?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:37 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Elk Springs, 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 Elk Springs have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Elk Springs is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Elk Springs?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Elk Springs is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average temperature in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°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 (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.3°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 (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Elk Springs, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average wind speed in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average humidity in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

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Average rainfall in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average rainfall in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average snowfall in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Elk Springs, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elk Springs, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

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Average UV index in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average UV index in March - Elk Springs, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average visibility in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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