March weather forecast
Manitou Springs, CO

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A train on the top of Pikes Peak Mountain in the scenic Manitou Springs, Colorado
A train on the top of Pikes Peak Mountain in the scenic Manitou Springs, Colorado

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Manitou Springs, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Manitou Springs experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). During the month of March, the temperature falls to an average of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In Manitou Springs, in March, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Manitou Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.3 days and collects up to 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Manitou Springs. In Manitou Springs, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.93" (176mm) of snow. In Manitou Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.2 days and aggregates up to 42.13" (1070mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Manitou Springs, Colorado, the average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Manitou Springs are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 57%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Manitou Springs, in March, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Manitou Springs, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Manitou Springs have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Manitou Springs have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Manitou Springs, CO

Average temperature in March - Manitou Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Manitou Springs, CO

Average pressure in March - Manitou Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Manitou Springs, CO

Average wind speed in March - Manitou Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Manitou Springs, CO

Average humidity in March - Manitou Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

Average rainfall in March
Manitou Springs, CO

Average rainfall in March - Manitou Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Manitou Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Manitou Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Manitou Springs, CO

Average snowfall in March - Manitou Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Manitou Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Manitou Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Manitou Springs, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Manitou Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Manitou Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Manitou Springs, CO

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

Average cloud cover in March - Manitou Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and November (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Manitou Springs, CO

Average visibility in March - Manitou 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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