March weather forecast
Lake City, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lake City, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in February to a still freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). During March, Lake City consistently records a temperature low averaging an extreme cold 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Lake City, during March, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lake City are January through June, August through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 16.26" (413mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Lake City, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 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 7.6h.

UV index

In Lake City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Lake City?

In Lake City, 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Lake City?

In Lake City, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in Lake City?

In March, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Lake City?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Lake City, Colorado. Snow falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 16.26" (413mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lake City in March?

In Lake City, during March, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 16.26" (413mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Lake City, Colorado, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lake City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Lake City, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Lake City have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Lake City, Colorado, is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Lake City?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lake City, CO

Average temperature in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Lake City, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Lake City, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Lake City, CO

Average humidity in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (47%).

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Average rainfall in March
Lake City, CO

Average rainfall in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in March
Lake City, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Lake City, CO

Average snowfall in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 16.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (16.26").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Lake City, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (16.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Lake City, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Lake City, CO

Average UV index in March - Lake City, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Lake City, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in March
Lake City, CO

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

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

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