March weather forecast
Palisade, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Palisade, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.8°F (8.8°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

As Palisade, Colorado, transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from an icy 37.4°F (3°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). Palisade records an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In Palisade, the average relative humidity in March is 61%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Palisade is March, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Palisade are January through May, October through December. In Palisade, Colorado, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Palisade, there are 39.6 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Palisade, the average sunshine in March is 8.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Palisade is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Palisade?

In Palisade, in March, the average high-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Palisade?

In Palisade, the average relative humidity in March is 61%.

What is the wettest month in Palisade?

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Palisade in March?

In March, in Palisade, Colorado, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Palisade?

In Palisade, Colorado, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Palisade have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Palisade?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:36 pm MDT.

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

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

In Palisade, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Palisade?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Palisade, CO

Average temperature in March - Palisade, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Palisade, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Palisade, CO

Average wind speed in March - Palisade, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Palisade, CO

Average humidity in March - Palisade, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

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Average rainfall in March
Palisade, CO

Average rainfall in March - Palisade, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in March
Palisade, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Palisade, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Palisade, CO

Average snowfall in March - Palisade, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Palisade, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Palisade, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Palisade, CO

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Palisade, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Palisade, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Palisade, CO

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Palisade, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in March
Palisade, CO

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

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

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