March weather forecast
Sterling, CO

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Weather in March

Sterling experiences noticeable changes in the weather scenario during March. A significant rise in temperatures signals the advent of spring, marking a considerable contrast in comparison to January and February. Sunshine grows significantly plentiful covering an average of 8.3 hours per day, a considerable jump from the previous months. Despite the promise of warmer weather, March can't completely discard the winter mantel receiving about 1.73" (44mm) of snowfall over 4.3 days, the third highest in the year.

Temperature

Sterling in March experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). During the month of March, Sterling experiences a steady low-temperature average of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

In Sterling, the average relative humidity in March is 54%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.2 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sterling, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sterling, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Sterling, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 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 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Sterling, is 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 54%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sterling, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Sterling, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Sterling have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Sterling, CO

Average temperature in March - Sterling, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°F).

Average pressure in March
Sterling, CO

Average pressure in March - Sterling, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sterling, CO

Average wind speed in March - Sterling, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in March
Sterling, CO

Average humidity in March - Sterling, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Sterling, CO

Average rainfall in March - Sterling, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Sterling, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Sterling, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sterling, CO

Average snowfall in March - Sterling, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sterling, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Sterling, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 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 and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sterling, 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: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sterling, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Sterling, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Sterling, CO

Average UV index in March - Sterling, 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
Sterling, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Sterling, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Sterling, CO

Average visibility in March - Sterling, 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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