March weather forecast
Merino, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Merino, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average high of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

Merino in March experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

In Merino, Colorado, the average relative humidity in March is 54%.

Rainfall

In Merino, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Merino, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Merino are January through May, October through December. In Merino, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Merino, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Merino, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Merino, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:17 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

The average sunshine in March is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Merino in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Merino?

In Merino, Colorado, the average relative humidity in March is 54%.

How much does it rain in Merino in March?

In March, in Merino, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Merino?

In Merino, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Merino is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Merino?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:17 pm MDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Merino?

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

Average temperature in March - Merino, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°F).

Average pressure in March
Merino, CO

Average pressure in March - Merino, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Merino, CO

Average wind speed in March - Merino, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in March
Merino, CO

Average humidity in March - Merino, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Merino, CO

Average rainfall in March - Merino, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Merino, CO

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Merino, CO

Average snowfall in March - Merino, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Merino, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Merino, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Merino, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Merino, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Merino, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Merino, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Merino, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Merino, CO

Average visibility in March - Merino, 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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