March weather forecast
Frederick, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Frederick, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C) to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). The average low-temperature reading in March for Frederick reflects a significant fall from the daytime highs, stabilizing at a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Frederick, Colorado, is 52%.

Rainfall

In Frederick, during March, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Frederick, there are 87 rainfall days, and 9.88" (251mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Frederick, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Frederick, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Frederick is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:23 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 in Frederick is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Frederick in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Frederick, is 54.5°F (12.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Frederick?

The average relative humidity in March in Frederick is 52%.

How much does it rain in Frederick in March?

In Frederick, Colorado, in March, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Frederick in March?

In Frederick, Colorado, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Frederick have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Frederick?

On the first day of March in Frederick, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Frederick?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Frederick, 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 Frederick?

The average sunshine duration in March in Frederick, Colorado, is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Frederick?

In Frederick, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Frederick, CO

Average temperature in March - Frederick, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).

Average pressure in March
Frederick, CO

Average pressure in March - Frederick, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Frederick, CO

Average wind speed in March - Frederick, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Frederick, CO

Average humidity in March - Frederick, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in March
Frederick, CO

Average rainfall in March - Frederick, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Frederick, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Frederick, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Frederick, CO

Average snowfall in March - Frederick, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Frederick, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Frederick, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Frederick, 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 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Frederick, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Frederick, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Frederick, CO

Average UV index in March - Frederick, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Frederick, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Frederick, CO

Average visibility in March - Frederick, 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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