March weather forecast
Elk Springs, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elk Springs, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C) in February to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). March is noted for a mean low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 64%.

Rainfall

In Elk Springs, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elk Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elk Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.5 days and aggregates up to 26.02" (661mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:37 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 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, in Elk Springs, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 64%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Elk Springs, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Elk Springs, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:37 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°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 (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.3°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 (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Elk Springs, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elk Springs, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average humidity in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average rainfall in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average snowfall in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elk Springs, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average UV index in March - Elk Springs, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Elk Springs, CO

Average visibility in March - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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