March weather forecast
Fort Lyon, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Fort Lyon, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.2°F (4°C) and max 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

Fort Lyon sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, moving from February's chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). In Fort Lyon, the average nighttime temperature during March is an icy 39.2°F (4°C).

Humidity

In Fort Lyon, Colorado, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

Rainfall

In Fort Lyon, in March, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Lyon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.9 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fort Lyon, during March, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Fort Lyon, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.2 days and aggregates up to 10.28" (261mm) 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 6:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:15 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 is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Fort Lyon?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Fort Lyon, is 60.4°F (15.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fort Lyon?

In Fort Lyon, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fort Lyon?

In Fort Lyon, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fort Lyon in March?

In March, in Fort Lyon, Colorado, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Lyon have in March?

The average day length in March in Fort Lyon, Colorado, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Fort Lyon?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:15 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fort Lyon, Colorado, 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 Fort Lyon?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Fort Lyon?

In Fort Lyon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average temperature in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average pressure in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average wind speed in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average humidity in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average rainfall in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average snowfall in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Fort Lyon, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average UV index in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Fort Lyon, CO

Average visibility in March - Fort Lyon, 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).

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