March weather forecast
Shawnee, CO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Shawnee, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a change in Shawnee's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from February's subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a freezing cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Shawnee, in March, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96 rainfall days, and 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. The month with the most snowfall in Shawnee is March, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) 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 6:33 am and sunset at 5:55 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Shawnee, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature during March is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shawnee?

In Shawnee, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Shawnee, Colorado, during March, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shawnee have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:55 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Shawnee, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Shawnee?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shawnee, CO

Average temperature in March - Shawnee, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Shawnee, CO

Average pressure in March - Shawnee, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shawnee, CO

Average wind speed in March - Shawnee, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Shawnee, CO

Average humidity in March - Shawnee, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

Average rainfall in March
Shawnee, CO

Average rainfall in March - Shawnee, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Shawnee, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Shawnee, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shawnee, CO

Average snowfall in March - Shawnee, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0.04").

Average snowfall days in March
Shawnee, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Shawnee, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shawnee, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Shawnee, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Shawnee, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Shawnee, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and May (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Shawnee, CO

Average visibility in March - Shawnee, 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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