March weather forecast
Austin, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Austin, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46°F (7.8°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). In March, Austin experiences a temperature dip to an average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Austin, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Austin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.8 days and collects up to 14.06" (357mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Austin, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.4 snowfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 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 is 8.7h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

Austin in March has an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 65%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Austin, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Austin, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Austin have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Austin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Austin, CO

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Austin, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Austin, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Austin, CO

Average humidity in March - Austin, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (34%).

Average rainfall in March
Austin, CO

Average rainfall in March - Austin, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Austin, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Austin, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Austin, CO

Average snowfall in March - Austin, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Austin, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Austin, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Austin, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Austin, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Austin, CO

Average UV index in March - Austin, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Austin, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Austin, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Austin, CO

Average visibility in March - Austin, 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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