March weather forecast
Grand Lake, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grand Lake, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.4°F (-10.9°C) and max 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C). An average low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C) is common during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Grand Lake is 86%.

Rainfall

In Grand Lake, during March, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.5 rainfall days, and 8.19" (208mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Grand Lake, in March, during 12.4 snowfall days, 6.02" (153mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grand Lake, there are 90.8 snowfall days, and 39.13" (994mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Grand Lake, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:55 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Grand Lake is 7.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Grand Lake in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Grand Lake, records 32.7°F (0.4°C), while the low-temperature is 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Grand Lake?

The average relative humidity in March in Grand Lake, Colorado, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Grand Lake in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Grand Lake?

In Grand Lake, during March, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Grand Lake?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Grand Lake?

On the first day of March in Grand Lake, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:55 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 pm MDT.

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

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

In Grand Lake, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Grand Lake?

In Grand Lake, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average temperature in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average pressure in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average wind speed in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average humidity in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (49%).

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Average rainfall in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average rainfall in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September, November and December (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average snowfall in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grand Lake, 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average UV index in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in March
Grand Lake, CO

Average visibility in March - Grand Lake, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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