March weather forecast
Buena Vista, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Buena Vista, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and max 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). In Buena Vista, an average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is recorded during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Buena Vista is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Buena Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.5 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 11.02" (280mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:27 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 9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Buena Vista, is 34.7°F (1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Buena Vista, during March, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 11.02" (280mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Buena Vista, Colorado, during March, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.02" (280mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Buena Vista, Colorado, 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 Buena Vista, the average sunshine duration in March is 9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average temperature in March - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (6.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average pressure in March - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average wind speed in March - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average humidity in March - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

Average rainfall in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average rainfall in March - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average snowfall in March - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 11.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (11.02").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Buena Vista, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average UV index in March - Buena Vista, 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 January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Buena Vista, CO

Average visibility in March - Buena Vista, 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 months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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