March weather forecastLeadville, CO
March
Weather in March
March sees a transfer of seasons in Leadville, Colorado, with convergence of winter and early signs of spring. A marked escalation is seen in both high and low temperatures, rising from 23.4°F (-4.8°C) to 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 3.6°F (-15.8°C) to 9.9°F (-12.3°C) respectively. This upsurge in temperature leads to increased snowfall, with 18.11" (460mm) falling during the month. As the city marches towards milder months, one might start to notice the longer daylight hours and more visibility than the winter months.Temperature
A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in February to a still freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In the month of March, Leadville experiences an average low-temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 85%.Rainfall
In Leadville, in March, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Leadville, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.1 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.Daylight
In Leadville, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:28 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 March, the average sunshine is 8.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Leadville, CO
- Average high temperature in March: 30.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 9.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Leadville, CO
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Leadville, CO
- Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and June (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Leadville, CO
- Average humidity in March: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).
Average rainfall in March
Leadville, CO
- Average rainfall in March: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").
Average rainfall days in March
Leadville, CO
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Leadville, CO
- Average snowfall in March: 18.11"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (18.11").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.28").
Average snowfall days in March
Leadville, CO
- Average snowfall days in March: 19.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (1 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Leadville, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Leadville, CO
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Leadville, CO
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Leadville, CO
- Average cloud cover in March: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in March
Leadville, CO
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).
