March weather forecast
Rifle, CO

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The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below
The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rifle, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C) in February to a still icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). During March, Rifle's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Rifle, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rifle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.7 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rifle. In Rifle, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 5.16" (131mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 36.85" (936mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 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

The average sunshine in March in Rifle is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Rifle in March?

In March, in Rifle, the average high-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rifle?

The average relative humidity in March in Rifle is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rifle?

In Rifle, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rifle in March?

In March, in Rifle, Colorado, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rifle have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rifle?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

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

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 Rifle have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Rifle, Colorado, is 8.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rifle?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rifle, Colorado, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March in Rifle?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rifle, CO

Average temperature in March - Rifle, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rifle, CO

Average pressure in March - Rifle, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rifle, CO

Average wind speed in March - Rifle, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rifle, CO

Average humidity in March - Rifle, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rifle, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rifle, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Rifle, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall in March - Rifle, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Rifle, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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
Rifle, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rifle, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Rifle, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Rifle, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rifle, CO

Average UV index in March - Rifle, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rifle, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Rifle, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in March
Rifle, CO

Average visibility in March - Rifle, 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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