March weather forecast
Rocky Ford, CO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rocky Ford, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average high of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in February to a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C). Rocky Ford reports a sharp reduction in temperature during March, averaging at a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Rocky Ford, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

Rainfall

In March, in Rocky Ford, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rocky Ford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.8 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:48 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:17 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 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature during March is 60.6°F (15.9°C) and the low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 43%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rocky Ford, in March, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Rocky Ford, during March, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Ford have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:48 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Rocky Ford have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average temperature in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average pressure in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average wind speed in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average humidity in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (36%).

Average rainfall in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average rainfall in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average snowfall in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rocky Ford, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average UV index in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Rocky Ford, CO

Average visibility in March - Rocky Ford, 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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