March weather forecast
Jefferson, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Jefferson, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and min 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Temperature

Jefferson's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in February to a still freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C). Throughout March, Jefferson records an average temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Jefferson is 87%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson, Colorado, in March, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jefferson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.4 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Jefferson, during March, snow falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow. In Jefferson, during the entire year, snow falls for 158 days and aggregates up to 118.82" (3018mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Jefferson, Colorado, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Jefferson, Colorado, is 7.2h.

UV index

In Jefferson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Jefferson?

Jefferson in March has an average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Jefferson?

In March, the average relative humidity in Jefferson, Colorado, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, Colorado, in March, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Jefferson?

In March, it is snowing for 21.5 days. Throughout March, 18.43" (468mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Jefferson?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Jefferson?

On the first day of March in Jefferson, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 pm MDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Jefferson, CO

Average temperature in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 8.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (0.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Jefferson, CO

Average pressure in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Jefferson, CO

Average wind speed in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Jefferson, CO

Average humidity in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).

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Average rainfall in March
Jefferson, CO

Average rainfall in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in March
Jefferson, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Jefferson, CO

Average snowfall in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 18.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (19.69").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.24").

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Average snowfall days in March
Jefferson, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (22.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Jefferson, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jefferson, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Jefferson, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Jefferson, CO

Average UV index in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Jefferson, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in March
Jefferson, CO

Average visibility in March - Jefferson, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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