March weather forecast
Fairplay, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Fairplay, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from February's freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In Fairplay, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Fairplay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.5 days and collects up to 14.13" (359mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Fairplay. In March, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fairplay, during the entire year, snow falls for 88 days and aggregates up to 51.5" (1308mm) 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 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Fairplay in March has an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Fairplay, during March, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fairplay?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Fairplay, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Fairplay, CO

Average temperature in March - Fairplay, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (7.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Fairplay, CO

Average pressure in March - Fairplay, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fairplay, CO

Average wind speed in March - Fairplay, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Fairplay, CO

Average humidity in March - Fairplay, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (45%).

Average rainfall in March
Fairplay, CO

Average rainfall in March - Fairplay, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Fairplay, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Fairplay, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fairplay, CO

Average snowfall in March - Fairplay, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fairplay, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Fairplay, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (13.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 0min

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
Fairplay, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Fairplay, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7 days).

Average UV index in March
Fairplay, CO

Average UV index in March - Fairplay, 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
Fairplay, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Fairplay, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Fairplay, CO

Average visibility in March - Fairplay, 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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