March weather forecast
Cortez, CO

Share
The bright and red rays of the setting sun over the scenic layout of hills and plains of Cortez, Colorado
The bright and red rays of the setting sun over the scenic layout of hills and plains of Cortez, Colorado

Weather in March

The weather in Cortez begins to shift in March as winter loosens its grip, making way for the beginnings of spring. However, the city experiences a substantial decrease in snowfall, from 7.56" (192mm) in February to just 2.72" (69mm) in March. With the dwindling snow, the landscape starts to change, revealing an early greenery. The arrival of spring adds a charm to the city, making it a pleasant time for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). Throughout the month of March, Cortez witnesses an average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Cortez is 52%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cortez, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.9 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cortez, in March, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cortez, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 29.29" (744mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cortez, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:36 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

In Cortez, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

In Cortez, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 52%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Cortez, in March, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cortez have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:36 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 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cortez is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Cortez, CO

Average temperature in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.2°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Cortez, CO

Average pressure in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cortez, CO

Average wind speed in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Cortez, CO

Average humidity in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in March
Cortez, CO

Average rainfall in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Cortez, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cortez, CO

Average snowfall in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cortez, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cortez, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Cortez, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Cortez, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Cortez, CO

Average visibility in March - Cortez, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

Cortez, Colorado, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location