March weather - Spring 2024 - Pagosa Springs, CO

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average pressure in March
Average wind speed in March
Average humidity in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average snowfall in March
Average snowfall days in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average sunshine days in March
Average UV index in March
Average cloud cover in March
Average visibility in March

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Weather in March

As winter gradually rescinds its hold, March signals the advent of spring and manifests a significant leap in weather conditions. Warmth starts to seep into Pagosa Springs pushing the temperatures up considerably higher and reducing the snowfall by more than half compared to the peak in February. Daylight also increases providing an average of 12 hours of visibility. The improving conditions set a welcoming stage for the forthcoming spring season.

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). March nights in Pagosa Springs see a notable contrast from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature averaging at a freezing cold 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

In Pagosa Springs, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pagosa Springs, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pagosa Springs, there are 107 rainfall days, and 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pagosa Springs are January through May, October through December. In Pagosa Springs, in March, during 11.6 snowfall days, 13.43" (341mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, there are 71.9 snowfall days, and 70.08" (1780mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Pagosa Springs, Colorado, the average sunshine in March is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pagosa Springs 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Pagosa Springs in March?

The high-temperature during March is 39.4°F (4.1°C) and the low-temperature is 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pagosa Springs?

In March, the average relative humidity in Pagosa Springs is 76%.

How much does it rain in Pagosa Springs in March?

In Pagosa Springs, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pagosa Springs in March?

In Pagosa Springs, in March, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 13.43" (341mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, is 11h and 59min.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, 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 Pagosa Springs have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Pagosa Springs is 8.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pagosa Springs?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Pagosa Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

31.1°F -0.5°C

39.4°F 4.1°C

47.7°F 8.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.7mph 7.6km/h

5.3mph 8.5km/h

6.6mph 10.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.6

16.4

15.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

Average low temperature in March: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average wind speed in March: 4.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average snowfall in March: 13.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in March: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in March
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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March weather forecast
Pagosa Springs, CO

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