March weather forecast
Craig, CO

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Weather in March

March marks the arrival of early spring in Craig, Colorado. With the passing of February, there is an improvement in the temperatures giving the environment a breath of fresh air. The snow which once painted the city white, starts to reduce significantly to 7.05" (179mm) making the landscapes much clearer. The days start getting longer, providing an ambience that allows for outdoor activity without the harshness of winter. Therefore, the weather shifts towards a more comfortable environment towards the end of March, signalling the end of winter.

Temperature

The shift from February to March in Craig is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). The average nighttime temperature in Craig lowers to a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Craig, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Craig, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 76.8 rainfall days, and 9.88" (251mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Craig, in March, during 10.4 snowfall days, 7.05" (179mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.6 snowfall days, and 41.3" (1049mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

Craig in March has an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Craig?

In Craig, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Craig, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Craig in March?

In March, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Craig have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Craig, 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 Craig, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In Craig, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Craig, CO

Average temperature in March - Craig, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Craig, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Craig, CO

Average wind speed in March - Craig, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Craig, CO

Average humidity in March - Craig, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in March
Craig, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Craig, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Craig, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Craig, CO

Average snowfall in March - Craig, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Craig, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Craig, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Craig, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Craig, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Craig, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Craig, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Craig, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Craig, CO

Average visibility in March - Craig, 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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