March weather forecast
Placerville, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Placerville, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

As Placerville enters March, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) of February to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average low-temperature during March nights is an extreme cold 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Placerville, in March, during 6.2 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Placerville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.5 days and collects up to 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 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 is 7.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Placerville, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Placerville, Colorado, during March, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Placerville have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Placerville have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Placerville, CO

Average temperature in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Placerville, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Placerville, CO

Average wind speed in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Placerville, CO

Average humidity in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (45%).

Average rainfall in March
Placerville, CO

Average rainfall in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Placerville, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Placerville, CO

Average snowfall in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 19.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (19.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

Average snowfall days in March
Placerville, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Placerville, 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Placerville, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Placerville, CO

Average UV index in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Placerville, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Placerville, CO

Average visibility in March - Placerville, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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