March weather forecastPagosa Springs, CO
March
Weather in March
As winter gradually rescinds its hold, March signals the advent of spring and manifests a significant leap in weather conditions. Warmth starts to seep into Pagosa Springs pushing the temperatures up considerably higher and reducing the snowfall by more than half compared to the peak in February. Daylight also increases providing an average of 12 hours of visibility. The improving conditions set a welcoming stage for the forthcoming spring season.Temperature
Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). March nights in Pagosa Springs see a notable contrast from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature averaging at a freezing cold 16.9°F (-8.4°C).Humidity
In Pagosa Springs, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Pagosa Springs, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pagosa Springs, there are 107 rainfall days, and 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Pagosa Springs are January through May, October through December. In Pagosa Springs, in March, during 11.6 snowfall days, 13.43" (341mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, there are 71.9 snowfall days, and 70.08" (1780mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Pagosa Springs, Colorado, the average sunshine in March is 8.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Pagosa Springs are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 16.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average wind speed in March: 4.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).
Average rainfall in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average rainfall in March: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.71").
Average rainfall days in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average snowfall in March: 13.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average snowfall days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 30min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average cloud cover in March: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in March
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).
