March weather forecast
Ordway, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Ordway, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in February to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). A marked drop from daytime peak temperatures to an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) is observed during the nights in March.

Humidity

In Ordway, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

Rainfall

In Ordway, during March, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92.8 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ordway, in March, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:48 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 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 8.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Ordway, is 60.6°F (15.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Ordway is 43%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:48 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:17 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ordway, 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 is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Ordway, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Ordway, CO

Average temperature in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Ordway, CO

Average pressure in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ordway, CO

Average wind speed in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Ordway, CO

Average humidity in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (36%).

Average rainfall in March
Ordway, CO

Average rainfall in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Ordway, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ordway, CO

Average snowfall in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ordway, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 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, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ordway, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Ordway, CO

Average UV index in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Ordway, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Ordway, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Ordway, CO

Average visibility in March - Ordway, 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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