March weather forecast
Steamboat Springs, CO

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Winter, snow on trees, and the beautiful gondola house afar, in the Steamboat Springs Resort, Colorado
Winter, snow on trees, and the beautiful gondola house afar, in the Steamboat Springs Resort, Colorado

Weather in March

With the harsh winter beginning to recede, March heralds the advent of spring in Steamboat Springs. Slight improvements in temperature become noticeable, oscillating from 16.9°F (-8.4°C) to 35.4°F (1.9°C). While the snowfall gradually decreases, the air remains crisp and fresh, marking a transition in the weather. Despite the snow, signs of spring begin to emerge, laying bare the pathways for hiking and mountaineering adventures. The daylight time increases, hinting at a promise of milder days ahead.

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) in February to a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C). In Steamboat Springs, an average nighttime temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, is 85%.

Rainfall

In Steamboat Springs, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Steamboat Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.4 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Steamboat Springs, in March, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.83" (148mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Steamboat Springs, there are 79.6 snowfall days, and 42.4" (1077mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Steamboat Springs, Colorado, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 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 Steamboat Springs, the average sunshine in March is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Steamboat Springs in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Steamboat Springs, is 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Steamboat Springs?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in Steamboat Springs in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Steamboat Springs?

In Steamboat Springs, in March, during 11.4 snowfall days, 5.83" (148mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Steamboat Springs have in March?

The average day length in March in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Steamboat Springs?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Steamboat Springs?

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 Steamboat Springs?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Steamboat Springs?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Steamboat Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average temperature in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average pressure in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average humidity in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average rainfall in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average snowfall in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Steamboat Springs, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average UV index in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (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
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average visibility in March - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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