March weather forecast
Silverton, CO

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The view of Silverton, Colorado, via the beauty of the brown and yellow trees in the fall
The view of Silverton, Colorado, via the beauty of the brown and yellow trees in the fall

Weather in March

Moving from frozen February to a milder March, Silverton's weather conditions begin to see a shift. The snowfall marginally lessens and mercury on the thermometer climbs up, signaling the end of the intense winter. March has a recorded snowfall of 19.88" (505mm), which is a noticeable decrease from the preceding month. April witnesses a significant decrease in snowfall and a rise in temperature, rendering March as a transitional period between the cold winter and breezy spring. Nevertheless, March is a fantastic time to appreciate the thawing landscapes as Silverton emerges from winter’s hold.

Temperature

The shift from February to March in Silverton, Colorado, introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). In Silverton, an average low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) is recorded during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Silverton is 83%.

Rainfall

In Silverton, in March, during 6.2 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Silverton, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.5 days and collects up to 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Silverton are January through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Silverton. Snow falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Silverton is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Silverton, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:33 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 is 7.9h.

UV index

In Silverton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. 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 is March in Silverton?

The high-temperature, in March, in Silverton, records 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Silverton?

In Silverton, Colorado, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in Silverton in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Silverton?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Silverton. Snow falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Silverton?

In Silverton, Colorado, during March, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Silverton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Silverton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:33 pm MDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Silverton?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Silverton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Silverton, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index 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
Silverton, CO

Average temperature in March - Silverton, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Silverton, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Silverton, CO

Average wind speed in March - Silverton, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Silverton, CO

Average humidity in March - Silverton, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (45%).

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Average rainfall in March
Silverton, CO

Average rainfall in March - Silverton, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in March
Silverton, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Silverton, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Silverton, CO

Average snowfall in March - Silverton, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 19.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (19.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

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Average snowfall days in March
Silverton, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Silverton, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Silverton, 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Silverton, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Silverton, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Silverton, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Silverton, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Silverton, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Silverton, CO

Average visibility in March - Silverton, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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