March weather forecast
Delta, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Delta, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). In Delta, the March nights cool down to an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Delta, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.8 rainfall days, and 14.06" (357mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Delta, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Delta, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.4 days and aggregates up to 22.87" (581mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Delta, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Delta, in March, the average high-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Delta, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Delta, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Delta?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Delta have in March?

In Delta, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Delta, CO

Average temperature in March - Delta, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Delta, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Delta, CO

Average wind speed in March - Delta, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Delta, CO

Average humidity in March - Delta, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (34%).

Average rainfall in March
Delta, CO

Average rainfall in March - Delta, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Delta, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Delta, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Delta, CO

Average snowfall in March - Delta, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Delta, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

Average sunshine days in March
Delta, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Delta, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Delta, CO

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Delta, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Delta, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Delta, CO

Average visibility in March - Delta, 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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