March weather forecast
Highlands Ranch, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Highlands Ranch, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The transition to March introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). A striking departure from daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is witnessed in Highlands Ranch during March.

Humidity

In Highlands Ranch, the average relative humidity in March is 54%.

Rainfall

In March, in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Highlands Ranch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.1 days and collects up to 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.3 snowfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Highlands Ranch, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Highlands Ranch, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Highlands Ranch?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Highlands Ranch, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Highlands Ranch?

In March, the average relative humidity in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, is 54%.

How many days does it rain in March in Highlands Ranch?

In March, in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Highlands Ranch?

In Highlands Ranch, in March, during 5.6 snowfall days, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Highlands Ranch?

In March, the average day length in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Highlands Ranch?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Highlands Ranch, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Highlands Ranch?

In Highlands Ranch, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Highlands Ranch?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Highlands Ranch is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average temperature in March - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average pressure in March - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average wind speed in March - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average humidity in March - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (42%).

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Average rainfall in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average rainfall in March - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average snowfall in March - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 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
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Highlands Ranch, 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 5min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average UV index in March - Highlands Ranch, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average visibility in March - Highlands Ranch, 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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