March weather forecast
Cotopaxi, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cotopaxi, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41°F (5°C) and an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

March witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a still icy 41°F (5°C). Cotopaxi's average low-temperature for the month of March records at a freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In Cotopaxi, Colorado, in March, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cotopaxi, there are 58.1 rainfall days, and 5.83" (148mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. In March, in Cotopaxi, Colorado, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cotopaxi, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.8 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cotopaxi, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:25 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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In Cotopaxi, 41°F (5°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.4°F (-5.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Cotopaxi, the average relative humidity in March is 67%.

How much does it rain in Cotopaxi in March?

In March, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Cotopaxi, in March, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cotopaxi have in March?

In Cotopaxi, 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 6:33 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Cotopaxi have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average temperature in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average pressure in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average wind speed in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average humidity in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average rainfall in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average snowfall in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cotopaxi, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average UV index in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Cotopaxi, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Cotopaxi, CO

Average visibility in March - Cotopaxi, 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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