March weather forecastGlenwood Springs, CO
March
Weather in March
In March, the first signs of spring manifest in Glenwood Springs as temperatures begin to rise. Despite experiencing less snowfall compared with February, March heaps a generous 6.85" (174mm) of snow. Residents delight in the warmer weather, knowing the chilling recollections of winter will soon be distant memories. Outdoor activities start to increase, facilitated by the longer daylight hours towards the end of the month.Temperature
The onset of March brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in February to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). In Glenwood Springs, an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) is recorded during March nights.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Glenwood Springs is 79%.Rainfall
In Glenwood Springs, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. In Glenwood Springs, Colorado, in March, during 10.2 snowfall days, 6.85" (174mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 69.4 snowfall days, and 49.13" (1248mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Glenwood Springs, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 8.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 20.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (47%).
Average rainfall in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average snowfall in March: 6.85"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average cloud cover in March: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in March
Glenwood Springs, 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).
