March weather forecast
Prospect Valley, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Prospect Valley, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 54°F (12.2°C) and min 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

March brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from February's icy 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C). March nights are characterized by a notable drop from daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Prospect Valley is 53%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prospect Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.5 days and collects up to 8.7" (221mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Prospect Valley, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32 snowfall days, and 15.35" (390mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Prospect Valley, Colorado, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 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 8.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 54°F (12.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 53%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Prospect Valley, in March, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Prospect Valley, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Prospect Valley?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average temperature in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average pressure in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average wind speed in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and December (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average humidity in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (42%).

Average rainfall in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average rainfall in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average snowfall in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average UV index in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Prospect Valley, CO

Average visibility in March - Prospect Valley, 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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