March weather forecast
Powderhorn, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Powderhorn, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in February to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C). Throughout March, Powderhorn braces for a considerable drop from daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

In Powderhorn, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Powderhorn, there are 99.9 rainfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Powderhorn, during March, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow. In Powderhorn, during the entire year, snow falls for 85 days and aggregates up to 42.87" (1089mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Powderhorn is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Powderhorn, the average sunshine in March is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Powderhorn, 35.8°F (2.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 12.6°F (-10.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Powderhorn, Colorado, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Powderhorn, in March, snow falls for 12.9 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Powderhorn?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Powderhorn have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Powderhorn is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average temperature in March - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average pressure in March - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average wind speed in March - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average humidity in March - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (44%).

Average rainfall in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average rainfall in March - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average snowfall in March - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.13").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Powderhorn, CO

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Powderhorn, CO

Average visibility in March - Powderhorn, 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 and February (4mi).

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