March weather forecast
Lakewood, CO

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The scenic setting of Lakewood, Colorado, a unique view of the iconic Belmar Park
The scenic setting of Lakewood, Colorado, a unique view of the iconic Belmar Park

Weather in March

Joining the start of spring, March sees a hike in temperatures and a decrease in humidity from the prior months, introducing a change in Lakewood's weather. Winds continue rising to 6.5mph (10.5km/h), and sunshine gains momentum. Witnessing snowfall of 6.26" (159mm) over 6.7 days, March holds onto elements of winter. Transition from the cold winter months and the approach of spring makes March unique.

Temperature

Lakewood's transition into March is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). In March, the temperature in Lakewood, Colorado, registers a significant dip to an average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 55%.

Rainfall

In Lakewood, Colorado, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lakewood, there are 119.5 rainfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Lakewood. Snow falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Lakewood, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 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

In Lakewood, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lakewood in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Lakewood, is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lakewood?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Lakewood?

In Lakewood, Colorado, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Lakewood?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Lakewood, Colorado. Snow falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lakewood in March?

In Lakewood, Colorado, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lakewood?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Lakewood, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Lakewood, Colorado, is 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lakewood?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lakewood, Colorado, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lakewood, CO

Average temperature in March - Lakewood, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Lakewood, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lakewood, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Lakewood, CO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in March
Lakewood, CO

Average rainfall in March - Lakewood, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Lakewood, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Lakewood, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lakewood, CO

Average snowfall in March - Lakewood, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lakewood, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Lakewood, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lakewood, 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: 9h and 1min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lakewood, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Lakewood, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Lakewood, CO

Average UV index in March - Lakewood, 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
Lakewood, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Lakewood, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Lakewood, CO

Average visibility in March - Lakewood, 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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