March weather forecast
Drake, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Drake, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Drake's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Drake, the average relative humidity in March is 59%.

Rainfall

In Drake, Colorado, in March, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Drake, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.8 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Drake, in March, during 5.4 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.1 snowfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Drake, Colorado, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 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

In March, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In Drake, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents 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:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Drake in March?

In Drake, 48°F (8.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Drake, Colorado, in March, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length 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 5:53 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 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 in Drake, 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 Drake have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Drake is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Drake, CO

Average temperature in March - Drake, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Drake, CO

Average pressure in March - Drake, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Drake, CO

Average wind speed in March - Drake, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Drake, CO

Average humidity in March - Drake, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and September (45%).

Average rainfall in March
Drake, CO

Average rainfall in March - Drake, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Drake, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Drake, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Drake, CO

Average snowfall in March - Drake, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Drake, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Drake, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Drake, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Drake, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Drake, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Drake, CO

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Drake, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Drake, CO

Average visibility in March - Drake, 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).

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