Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from February's icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). Throughout the month of March, Lafayette observes a dramatic downturn from the daytime peak temperatures, expecting an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Humidity
In Lafayette, Colorado, the average relative humidity in March is 56%.Rainfall
In Lafayette, in March, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lafayette, there are 96.7 rainfall days, and 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Lafayette, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lafayette, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.7 days and aggregates up to 13.98" (355mm) of snow.Daylight
In Lafayette, Colorado, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Lafayette, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 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 is 9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Lafayette is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March in Lafayette?
What is the average humidity in March in Lafayette?
How much does it rain in Lafayette in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Lafayette?
What is the average length of the day in March in Lafayette?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lafayette?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Lafayette?
How many hours of sunshine does Lafayette have in March?
How high is the UV index in March in Lafayette?
Average temperature in March
Lafayette, CO
- Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (20.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Lafayette, CO
- Average pressure in March: 30"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).
Average wind speed in March
Lafayette, CO
- Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Lafayette, CO
- Average humidity in March: 56%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).
Average rainfall in March
Lafayette, CO
- Average rainfall in March: 0.43"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").
Average rainfall days in March
Lafayette, CO
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Lafayette, CO
- Average snowfall in March: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Lafayette, CO
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lafayette, 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: 9h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Lafayette, CO
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).
Average UV index in March
Lafayette, CO
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Lafayette, CO
- Average cloud cover in March: 24
The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in March
Lafayette, 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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