March weather forecast
Alamosa, CO

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A vast field near the iconic dune field in Alamosa, Colorado, with a back view of the vast brown sandy dune hotbed and distant mountain ranges
A vast field near the iconic dune field in Alamosa, Colorado, with a back view of the vast brown sandy dune hotbed and distant mountain ranges

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alamosa, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). Alamosa, in March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In Alamosa, Colorado, in March, during 5 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alamosa, there are 77.3 rainfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Alamosa, Colorado, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Alamosa, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:25 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 in Alamosa is 9.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Alamosa in March?

In Alamosa, 46°F (7.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Alamosa?

In March, the average relative humidity in Alamosa is 56%.

How much does it rain in Alamosa in March?

In Alamosa, in March, during 5 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Alamosa?

The months with the most snowfall in Alamosa, Colorado, are January and March, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Alamosa?

In March, in Alamosa, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Alamosa?

On the first day of March in Alamosa, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:25 pm MDT.

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

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 Alamosa?

In Alamosa, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Alamosa?

In Alamosa, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Alamosa, CO

Average temperature in March - Alamosa, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Alamosa, CO

Average pressure in March - Alamosa, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alamosa, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Alamosa, CO

Average humidity in March - Alamosa, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

Average rainfall in March
Alamosa, CO

Average rainfall in March - Alamosa, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Alamosa, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Alamosa, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alamosa, CO

Average snowfall in March - Alamosa, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alamosa, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Alamosa, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alamosa, 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: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alamosa, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Alamosa, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Alamosa, CO

Average UV index in March - Alamosa, 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
Alamosa, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Alamosa, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Alamosa, CO

Average visibility in March - Alamosa, 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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