March weather forecast
Olathe, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Olathe, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.7°F (8.7°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

March marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 37.4°F (3°C) to a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C). During the month of March, the temperature falls to an average of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 61%.

Rainfall

In Olathe, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.1 rainfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Olathe are January through May, October through December. In Olathe, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Olathe, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.7 days and aggregates up to 19.37" (492mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Olathe, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 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 in Olathe, Colorado, is 8.9h.

UV index

In Olathe, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Olathe in March?

In Olathe, in March, the average high-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Olathe?

In Olathe, Colorado, the average relative humidity in March is 61%.

How many days does it rain in March in Olathe?

In Olathe, Colorado, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Olathe in March?

In Olathe, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Olathe have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Olathe?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Olathe is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Olathe?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Olathe, Colorado, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Olathe, CO

Average temperature in March - Olathe, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Olathe, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Olathe, CO

Average wind speed in March - Olathe, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Olathe, CO

Average humidity in March - Olathe, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in March
Olathe, CO

Average rainfall in March - Olathe, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Olathe, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Olathe, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Olathe, CO

Average snowfall in March - Olathe, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Olathe, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Olathe, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Olathe, 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: 8h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Olathe, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Olathe, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Olathe, CO

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Olathe, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Olathe, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Olathe, CO

Average visibility in March - Olathe, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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