March weather forecast
Montrose, CO

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A river passing through a public park in Montrose, Colorado
A river passing through a public park in Montrose, Colorado

Weather in March

March represents a shift in the weather of Montrose, pointing towards milder and more comfortable climate conditions. Relative to February, temperatures significantly rise, and snowfall reasonably reduces. Fewer days are characterized by snowfall compared to the previous months, showing the initiation of the Spring season. Also, the city starts recording more hours of daylight, which announces the departure of winter. Overall, March serves as a transition month in Montrose's weather calendar.

Temperature

March brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from February's cold 37°F (2.8°C) to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Montrose's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In Montrose, Colorado, the average relative humidity in March is 62%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Montrose is March, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Montrose are January through May, October through December. In Montrose, Colorado, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Montrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 26.22" (666mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Montrose, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Montrose is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Montrose?

March temperatures in Montrose, Colorado, vary between a high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Montrose?

In Montrose, Colorado, the average relative humidity in March is 62%.

What is the wettest month in Montrose?

March is the month with the most rainfall in Montrose, Colorado. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Montrose in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Montrose in March?

In Montrose, Colorado, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Montrose?

On the first day of March in Montrose, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Montrose is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Montrose?

In Montrose, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Montrose, CO

Average temperature in March - Montrose, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Montrose, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Montrose, CO

Average wind speed in March - Montrose, 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 (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Montrose, CO

Average humidity in March - Montrose, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

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Average rainfall in March
Montrose, CO

Average rainfall in March - Montrose, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Montrose, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Montrose, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Montrose, CO

Average snowfall in March - Montrose, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Montrose, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Montrose, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Montrose, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Montrose, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Montrose, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Montrose, CO

Average UV index in March - Montrose, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Montrose, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Montrose, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in March
Montrose, CO

Average visibility in March - Montrose, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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