March weather forecast
Fountain, CO

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Weather in March

March introduces Fountain, Colorado to milder weather conditions, a welcome shift from the winter chills of February. It brings with it increased daylight hours, signifying the onset of Spring. The temperatures are on a warming curve, alluding to the forthcoming Summer. However, despite the trend towards warmer weather, March still records a substantial snowfall total of 3.74" (95mm). As Fountain transitions into April, one anticipates more pronounced indicators of spring’s arrival.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, changing from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) in February to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). During the month of March, Fountain's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 51%.

Rainfall

In Fountain, in March, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.1 rainfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fountain. In March, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout March, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fountain, during the entire year, snow falls for 45 days and aggregates up to 23.5" (597mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:21 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 in Fountain is 9.2h.

UV index

In Fountain, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Fountain?

In March, in Fountain, the average high-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fountain?

The average relative humidity in March in Fountain is 51%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fountain?

In Fountain, during March, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fountain in March?

In Fountain, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Fountain?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Fountain, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Fountain is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fountain?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fountain, CO

Average temperature in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fountain, CO

Average pressure in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fountain, CO

Average wind speed in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fountain, CO

Average humidity in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fountain, CO

Average rainfall in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fountain, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fountain, CO

Average snowfall in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fountain, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 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
Fountain, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fountain, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Fountain, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fountain, CO

Average UV index in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Fountain, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Fountain, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in March
Fountain, CO

Average visibility in March - Fountain, 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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