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Aspen, CO

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The icy Maroon Bells in the Elk Mountains viewed from the White River below
The icy Maroon Bells in the Elk Mountains viewed from the White River below

Weather in March

Winter persists into March, though Aspen experiences a considerable rise in temperature when compared to February. The city witnesses relatively more rainfall, accounting for over half an inch on average. With more sunshine hours and less snowfall, the conditions become a welcoming change for inhabitants and visitors. The rise in daylight hours can be felt, alluding to the forthcoming spring. Tourists can expect increasing indoor and outdoor options as the weather grows lenient.

Temperature

The beginning of March in Aspen, Colorado, marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C) to an icy 32°F (0°C). During the nights in March, Aspen observes an average low-temperature of 11.1°F (-11.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Aspen, Colorado, is 87%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are March and July, with an average 0.51" (13mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Aspen. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Aspen is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Aspen, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Aspen is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Aspen?

Aspen in March has an average high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and an average low-temperature of 11.1°F (-11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Aspen?

The average relative humidity in March in Aspen, Colorado, is 87%.

What is the rainiest month in Aspen?

The months with the most rainfall in Aspen are March and July, with an average 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Aspen in March?

In March, in Aspen, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Aspen?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Aspen. Snow falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Aspen in March?

In Aspen, in March, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Aspen have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Aspen?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.

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

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

In Aspen, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Aspen?

In Aspen, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJFMarchAMJJASOND
Feb
March
Apr
Average high temperature
25°F -3.9°C
32°F 0°C
37.9°F 3.3°C
Average low temperature
5.4°F -14.8°C
11.1°F -11.6°C
16°F -8.9°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.04" 763mmHg
29.95" 761mmHg
Average wind speed
5.3mph 8.5km/h
5.4mph 8.7km/h
5.5mph 8.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
5.8mph 9.3km/h
5.8mph 9.3km/h
6.2mph 10km/h
Average wind speed gusts
8.4mph 13.5km/h
8.5mph 13.7km/h
8.3mph 13.4km/h
Average humidity
90%
87%
82%
Average rainfall
0.35" 9mm
0.51" 13mm
0.35" 9mm
Average rainfall days
3.6
5.8
7.3
Average snowfall
2.91" 74mm
3.98" 101mm
1.97" 50mm
Average snowfall days
12.8
12.7
11
Average daylight
10h 5min
12h 0min
13h 2min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
7h 3min
9h 4min
Average sunshine days
18.3
18.8
16.6
Average UV index
1
2
2
Average cloud cover
53%
44%
39%
Average visibility
4mi 6.4km
4mi 6.4km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in March
Aspen, CO

Average temperature in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Aspen, CO

Average pressure in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Aspen, CO

Average wind speed in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Aspen, CO

Average humidity in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Aspen, CO

Average rainfall in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and July (0.51").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Aspen, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Aspen, CO

Average snowfall in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Aspen, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Aspen, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Aspen, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Aspen, CO

Average UV index in March - Aspen, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Aspen, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Aspen, CO

Average visibility in March - Aspen, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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