March weather forecast
Lake City, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Lake City, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 25.3°F (-3.7°C) to a still freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Lake City witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Lake City, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lake City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.2 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 16.26" (413mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Lake City is 7.6h.

UV index

In Lake City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lake City, in March, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 16.26" (413mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Lake City, in March, during 13.8 snowfall days, 16.26" (413mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lake City have in March?

In Lake City, 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 6:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Lake City is 7.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lake City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Lake City, CO

Average temperature in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Lake City, CO

Average pressure in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lake City, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Lake City, CO

Average humidity in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Lake City, CO

Average rainfall in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Lake City, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lake City, CO

Average snowfall in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 16.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (16.26").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lake City, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (16.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lake City, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lake City, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Lake City, CO

Average UV index in March - Lake City, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Lake City, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Lake City, CO

Average visibility in March - Lake City, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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