March weather forecast
Battlement Mesa, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Battlement Mesa, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 33.8°F (1°C) in February to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Battlement Mesa is 71%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Battlement Mesa, in March, during 7.6 snowfall days, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.1 snowfall days, and 49.21" (1250mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:35 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 8.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Battlement Mesa, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In Battlement Mesa, during March, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Battlement Mesa, Colorado, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout March, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:35 pm MDT.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average temperature in March - Battlement Mesa, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°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 (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average pressure in March - Battlement Mesa, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average humidity in March - Battlement Mesa, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

Average rainfall in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average rainfall in March - Battlement Mesa, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.83").

Average rainfall days in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Battlement Mesa, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average snowfall in March - Battlement Mesa, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Battlement Mesa, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Battlement Mesa, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Battlement Mesa, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average UV index in March - Battlement Mesa, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Battlement Mesa, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Battlement Mesa, CO

Average visibility in March - Battlement Mesa, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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