March weather forecast
Clifton, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Clifton, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a wintry 37.4°F (3°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). In March, Clifton records an average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Clifton, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.6 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:37 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 8.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature during March is 47.8°F (8.8°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 61%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Clifton, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

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?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Clifton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Clifton, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Clifton, CO

Average temperature in March - Clifton, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Clifton, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Clifton, CO

Average wind speed in March - Clifton, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Clifton, CO

Average humidity in March - Clifton, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in March
Clifton, CO

Average rainfall in March - Clifton, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Clifton, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Clifton, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clifton, CO

Average snowfall in March - Clifton, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clifton, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clifton, 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: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clifton, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Clifton, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Clifton, CO

Average UV index in March - Clifton, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Clifton, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Clifton, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Clifton, CO

Average visibility in March - Clifton, 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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