March weather forecast
Idaho Springs, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Idaho Springs, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). The nighttime temperature in Idaho Springs dips to a subzero cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C) on average during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Idaho Springs is 70%.

Rainfall

In March, in Idaho Springs, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Idaho Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Idaho Springs is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Idaho Springs, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 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 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Idaho Springs during March?

In Idaho Springs, 38.7°F (3.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Idaho Springs?

In Idaho Springs, Colorado, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March in Idaho Springs?

In Idaho Springs, in March, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Idaho Springs?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Idaho Springs?

In Idaho Springs, Colorado, in March, during 11.6 snowfall days, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Idaho Springs have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Idaho Springs?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Idaho Springs, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 pm MDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Idaho Springs is 8.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Idaho Springs?

The months with the lowest UV index in Idaho Springs are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Idaho Springs?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Idaho Springs, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average temperature in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average pressure in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average wind speed in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average humidity in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

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Average rainfall in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average rainfall in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average snowfall in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0.04").

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Average snowfall days in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.6 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
Idaho Springs, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Idaho 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average UV index in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and May (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average visibility in March - Idaho Springs, 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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