March weather forecast
Estes Park, CO

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Weather in March

March ushers in slight changes to the weather in comparison to February. As winter slowly begins to retreat, the city continues to witness snowfall, although less intense. With increasing sunshine hours, this month offers an ideal blend of cooler temperature and sunlight. Despite regular snowfall, March marks the start of the transition towards spring conditions. The air pressure fluctuates around 30" (762mm), contributing to the changing climate.

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) to a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C). Estes Park reports an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In Estes Park, Colorado, in March, during 8.2 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Estes Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Estes Park, in March, during 16.8 snowfall days, 17.68" (449mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.1 snowfall days, and 105.67" (2684mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Estes Park, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Estes Park, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

January through April, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Estes Park?

The high-temperature during March is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Estes Park, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Estes Park, during March, snow falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) 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?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Estes Park, 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 Estes Park have in March?

In Estes Park, the average sunshine duration in March is 8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Estes Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Estes Park, CO

Average temperature in March - Estes Park, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (12.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Estes Park, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Estes Park, CO

Average wind speed in March - Estes Park, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Estes Park, CO

Average humidity in March - Estes Park, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

Average rainfall in March
Estes Park, CO

Average rainfall in March - Estes Park, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Estes Park, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Estes Park, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Estes Park, CO

Average snowfall in March - Estes Park, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 17.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (21.3").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Estes Park, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Estes Park, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Estes Park, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Estes Park, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Estes Park, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Estes Park, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Estes Park, CO

Average UV index in March - Estes Park, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Estes Park, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Estes Park, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Estes Park, CO

Average visibility in March - Estes Park, 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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