March weather forecast
Glenwood Springs, CO

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The natural beauty of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, in the tourist spot of the Hanging Lake
The natural beauty of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, in the tourist spot of the Hanging Lake

Weather in March

In March, the first signs of spring manifest in Glenwood Springs as temperatures begin to rise. Despite experiencing less snowfall compared with February, March heaps a generous 6.85" (174mm) of snow. Residents delight in the warmer weather, knowing the chilling recollections of winter will soon be distant memories. Outdoor activities start to increase, facilitated by the longer daylight hours towards the end of the month.

Temperature

March's arrival in Glenwood Springs brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in February to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). March nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Glenwood Springs, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Glenwood Springs, there are 123 rainfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. In Glenwood Springs, in March, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.85" (174mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Glenwood Springs, there are 69.4 snowfall days, and 49.13" (1248mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Glenwood Springs is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Glenwood Springs is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Glenwood Springs?

In Glenwood Springs, 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Glenwood Springs?

The average relative humidity in March in Glenwood Springs is 79%.

How much does it rain in Glenwood Springs in March?

In Glenwood Springs, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

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

In Glenwood Springs, Colorado, in March, during 10.2 snowfall days, 6.85" (174mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Glenwood Springs is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Glenwood Springs?

On the first day of March in Glenwood Springs, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Glenwood 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 many hours of sunshine does Glenwood Springs have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, is 8.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Glenwood Springs?

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

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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average temperature in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average pressure in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average wind speed in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average humidity in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (47%).

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Average rainfall in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average rainfall in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average snowfall in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Glenwood Springs, 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 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in March
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average visibility in March - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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