March weather forecast
Carbondale, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Carbondale, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 19°F (-7.2°C) and max 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). Throughout the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) is noted.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Carbondale, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Carbondale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98 days and collects up to 12.2" (310mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. In Carbondale, during March, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.7 snowfall days, and 56.02" (1423mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Carbondale, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carbondale. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Carbondale in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Carbondale, is 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Carbondale, in March, during 12 snowfall days, 9.21" (234mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 many hours of sunshine does Carbondale have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Carbondale, CO

Average temperature in March - Carbondale, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Carbondale, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Carbondale, CO

Average wind speed in March - Carbondale, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Carbondale, CO

Average humidity in March - Carbondale, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Carbondale, CO

Average rainfall in March - Carbondale, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Carbondale, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Carbondale, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Carbondale, CO

Average snowfall in March - Carbondale, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.02").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Carbondale, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Carbondale, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carbondale, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carbondale, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Carbondale, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Carbondale, CO

Average UV index in March - Carbondale, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Carbondale, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Carbondale, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Carbondale, CO

Average visibility in March - Carbondale, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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