March weather forecast
Platoro, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Platoro, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°F (2.5°C) and min 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout March, Platoro experiences a low-temperature average of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Platoro, Colorado, in March, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Platoro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Platoro. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Platoro, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Platoro, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:28 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 8.9h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Platoro. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Platoro?

The high-temperature in Platoro, Colorado, during March is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the low-temperature is 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Platoro?

In Platoro, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Platoro?

In Platoro, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Platoro?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Platoro in March?

In Platoro, during March, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Platoro?

On the first day of March in Platoro, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:28 pm MDT.

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

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

In Platoro, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Platoro?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Platoro.

How high is the UV index in March in Platoro?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Platoro, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Platoro, CO

Average temperature in March - Platoro, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Platoro, CO

Average pressure in March - Platoro, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Platoro, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Platoro, CO

Average humidity in March - Platoro, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

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Average rainfall in March
Platoro, CO

Average rainfall in March - Platoro, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Platoro, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Platoro, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Platoro, CO

Average snowfall in March - Platoro, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Platoro, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Platoro, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Platoro, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Platoro, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Platoro, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Platoro, CO

Average UV index in March - Platoro, 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 January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Platoro, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Platoro, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in March
Platoro, CO

Average visibility in March - Platoro, 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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