March weather forecast
Rico, CO

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The hilly slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Rico, Colorado, beautiful yellow trees and distant bare hilltops
The hilly slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Rico, Colorado, beautiful yellow trees and distant bare hilltops

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rico, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). The average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) is witnessed during March.

Humidity

In Rico, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rico, in March, during 5 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.2 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 22.13" (562mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 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.
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 March, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Rico, is 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rico, in March, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 22.13" (562mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rico, during March, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 22.13" (562mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rico 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 6:42 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 Rico have in March?

In Rico, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Rico, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Rico, CO

Average temperature in March - Rico, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Rico, CO

Average pressure in March - Rico, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rico, CO

Average wind speed in March - Rico, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Rico, CO

Average humidity in March - Rico, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

Average rainfall in March
Rico, CO

Average rainfall in March - Rico, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (6.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and October (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Rico, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Rico, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rico, CO

Average snowfall in March - Rico, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 22.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (22.13").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.08").

Average snowfall days in March
Rico, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Rico, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rico, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Rico, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Rico, CO

Average UV index in March - Rico, 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
Rico, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Rico, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Rico, CO

Average visibility in March - Rico, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, 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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