March weather forecastWestcliffe, CO
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Westcliffe, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Temperature
March's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Westcliffe experiences an average low-temperature reading of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) throughout March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 56%.Rainfall
In Westcliffe, Colorado, in March, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Westcliffe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.6 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. In Westcliffe, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 23.94" (608mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Westcliffe, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:55 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Westcliffe is 9.3h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Westcliffe, Colorado, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average pressure in March: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average humidity in March: 56%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).
Average rainfall in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average rainfall in March: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average snowfall in March: 3.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average UV index in March: 3
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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average cloud cover in March: 21
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in March
Westcliffe, CO
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
