March weather forecastGrand Junction, CO
March
Weather in March
By March, Grand Junction begins to shed the harsh winter temperatures. The weather is notably warmer compared to February, with a significant leap in highest temperatures up to 50.7°F (10.4°C). Sunshine hours rise, adding to the perception of warming days as winter fades away. Despite the rise in temperatures, snowfall is not uncommon. With the change into spring, the cloud coverage decreases, affording stunning, uninterrupted views of the Colorado sky.Temperature
The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 55%.Rainfall
March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Grand Junction, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 11.5" (292mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 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 8.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Grand Junction is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Grand Junction, CO
- Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Grand Junction, CO
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Grand Junction, CO
- Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Grand Junction, CO
- Average humidity in March: 55%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).
Average rainfall in March
Grand Junction, CO
- Average rainfall in March: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.51").
Average rainfall days in March
Grand Junction, CO
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Grand Junction, CO
- Average snowfall in March: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Grand Junction, CO
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Grand Junction, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Grand Junction, CO
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Grand Junction, 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
Grand Junction, CO
- Average cloud cover in March: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in March
Grand Junction, CO
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
