March weather forecast
Golden, CO

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Weather in March

Compared to February, March in Golden affords a noticeable increase in temperature, giving the first signs of spring. The gradual shift from winter to spring bringing warmer days, however, still encompassed by comparatively cold nights. As the heavy snowfall lessons, rainfall gradually increase. The wintry weather slowly loosens its hold in March. Daylight hours continue to grow longer, providing some much-needed respite from the prolonged winter cold.

Temperature

March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). During the nights in March, Golden experiences a consistent average temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 59%.

Rainfall

In Golden, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Golden, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Golden are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 9.13" (232mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:53 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:24 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 in Golden, Colorado, is 8.9h.

UV index

In Golden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Golden in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Golden during March are 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Golden?

In Golden, the average relative humidity in March is 59%.

How much does it rain in Golden in March?

In Golden, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Golden?

The month with the most snowfall in Golden is March, when snow falls for 8.2 days and typically aggregates up to 9.13" (232mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Golden?

In March, in Golden, Colorado, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Golden?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Golden?

On the first day of March in Golden, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:53 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:24 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Golden, Colorado, is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Golden?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Golden, CO

Average temperature in March - Golden, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Golden, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Golden, CO

Average wind speed in March - Golden, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Golden, CO

Average humidity in March - Golden, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

Average rainfall in March
Golden, CO

Average rainfall in March - Golden, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Golden, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Golden, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Golden, CO

Average snowfall in March - Golden, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Golden, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Golden, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Golden, 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Golden, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Golden, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Golden, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Golden, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Golden, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 24

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

Average visibility in March
Golden, CO

Average visibility in March - Golden, 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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