March weather forecast
Franktown, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Franktown, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of March, the average high-temperature transitions from a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C) in February to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). In the month of March, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Franktown, the average relative humidity in March is 55%.

Rainfall

In Franktown, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.5 rainfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 35.51" (902mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Franktown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 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

The average sunshine in March is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature during March is 50.5°F (10.3°C) and the low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Franktown is 55%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Franktown, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Franktown have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Franktown have in March?

In Franktown, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Franktown, CO

Average temperature in March - Franktown, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Franktown, CO

Average pressure in March - Franktown, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Franktown, CO

Average wind speed in March - Franktown, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Franktown, CO

Average humidity in March - Franktown, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (45%).

Average rainfall in March
Franktown, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Franktown, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Franktown, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Franktown, CO

Average snowfall in March - Franktown, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Franktown, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Franktown, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Franktown, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Franktown, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Franktown, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Franktown, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Franktown, CO

Average visibility in March - Franktown, 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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