March weather forecast
Idaho Springs, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Idaho Springs, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). In March, Idaho Springs records an average nighttime temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Idaho Springs, in March, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Idaho Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Idaho Springs, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Idaho Springs, 38.7°F (3.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Idaho Springs, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Idaho Springs in March?

In March, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Idaho Springs, 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 Idaho Springs, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.4h.

What is the month with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Idaho Springs, CO

Average temperature in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average pressure in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average wind speed in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average humidity in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

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

Average rainfall in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average rainfall in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average snowfall in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0.04").

Average snowfall days in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Idaho Springs, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average UV index in March - Idaho Springs, 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
Idaho Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Idaho Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and May (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Idaho Springs, CO

Average visibility in March - Idaho Springs, 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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