March weather forecast
Wheat Ridge, CO

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Weather in March

Moving into spring, Wheat Ridge starts to shake off its winter chill in March. A significant rise in temperature peaks at 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a minimum of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) offers respite from the stringent cold of winter. Rain replaces snow as the dominant form of precipitation, turning the white blanket of snow into a fresh green array of spring flora. As the amount of sunshine increases, trees begin to bud and flowers start to bloom, marking the transition from winter to spring.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Wheat Ridge experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) in February to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Wheat Ridge's March nights cool down significantly from the day's heat, to an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Wheat Ridge is 55%.

Rainfall

In March, in Wheat Ridge, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95 rainfall days, and 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wheat Ridge. In Wheat Ridge, Colorado, during March, snow falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow. In Wheat Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wheat Ridge, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 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 in Wheat Ridge is 9.1h.

UV index

In Wheat Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wheat Ridge in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Wheat Ridge, is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Wheat Ridge?

The average relative humidity in March in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, is 55%.

How much does it rain in Wheat Ridge in March?

In March, in Wheat Ridge, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Wheat Ridge?

In Wheat Ridge, during March, snow falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Wheat Ridge?

The average day length in March in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Wheat Ridge?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:52 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Wheat Ridge?

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 Wheat Ridge?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Wheat Ridge is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Wheat Ridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Wheat Ridge is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average temperature in March - Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average pressure in March - Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average wind speed in March - Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average humidity in March - Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (41%).

Average rainfall in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average rainfall in March - Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average snowfall in March - Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wheat Ridge, 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: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average UV index in March - Wheat Ridge, 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
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

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

Average visibility in March
Wheat Ridge, CO

Average visibility in March - Wheat Ridge, 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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