March weather forecastErie, CO
March
Weather in March
Erie, Colorado experiences noticeable enhancements in weather conditions in the month of March when measured against February. A palpable sign of the incoming spring, temperatures begin to climb, and snowfall reductions become more obvious. Taking a broader perspective, March stands out with the highest relative humidity of 52% throughout the year. The promise of April delivers a surge in temperatures and daylight hours. Yet, the charm of a Colorado winter lingers with snow blanketing the town, albeit less frequently.Temperature
The shift into March is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). The average low-temperature reading in March for Erie reflects a significant fall from the daytime highs, stabilizing at a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Erie is 52%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87 rainfall days, and 9.88" (251mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Erie, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Erie, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 27.44" (697mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Erie is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Erie, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Erie is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Erie, CO
- Average high temperature in March: 54.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).
Average pressure in March
Erie, CO
- Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Erie, CO
- Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Erie, CO
- Average humidity in March: 52%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).
Average rainfall in March
Erie, CO
- Average rainfall in March: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.35").
Average rainfall days in March
Erie, CO
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Erie, CO
- Average snowfall in March: 3.78"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Erie, CO
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Erie, 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 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Erie, CO
- Average sunshine days in March: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Erie, 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
Erie, 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
Erie, 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).
