March weather forecast
Penrose, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Penrose, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

As Penrose transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Penrose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.6 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. In Penrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 23.94" (608mm) 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 5:53 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 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 Penrose, the average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Penrose, is 48.4°F (9.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 56%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Penrose, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Penrose, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Penrose have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:53 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 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 Penrose have in March?

In Penrose, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Penrose, CO

Average temperature in March - Penrose, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Penrose, CO

Average pressure in March - Penrose, 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
Penrose, CO

Average wind speed in March - Penrose, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Penrose, CO

Average humidity in March - Penrose, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 56%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in March
Penrose, CO

Average rainfall in March - Penrose, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Penrose, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Penrose, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Penrose, CO

Average snowfall in March - Penrose, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Penrose, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Penrose, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Penrose, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Penrose, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Penrose, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Penrose, CO

Average UV index in March - Penrose, 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
Penrose, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Penrose, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Penrose, CO

Average visibility in March - Penrose, 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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