Mesa Verde National Park in March
In March, Mesa Verde National Park averages a high of 51°F and a low of 30°F, with 1.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 8.0 inches of snowfall. About 15,000 people visit, the 8th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 11 hours 51 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 51° / 30°F
- Precipitation
- 1.4in
- Snow
- 8.0in
- Daylight
- 11h 51m
- Visitors
- 15,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: April (quiet) and May (busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Fruitland, NM at 5,130 ft averages a March high of 60°F and a low of 26°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Mesa Verde NP, CO, 4.2 miles from the park's center, 7,142 ft. Second station lower down: Fruitland, NM, 5,130 ft, 36.1 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in March
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 49° / 23° | Quiet | Cool |
| Canyonlands National Park | 59° / 30° | Busy | Mild |
| Arches National Park | 62° / 37° | Busy | Mild |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 63° / 36° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 49° / 24° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Mesa Verde National Park on nps.gov
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