Moraine Lake in March: will you see it?
Short answer: In March, 15% of mornings and 16% of afternoons at the Rockpile were mostly clear over 2016-2025, and 64% of mornings were overcast. That makes March the number 10 of 12 month for seeing Moraine Lake; July is best (40%).
16% chance of a clear afternoon
Sunrise 08:00 · sunset 19:51 (mid-March)
The road is open roughly June to mid-October. Smoke from wildfires can haze the view in late summer.
All months
| Month | Clear mornings (7–9 am) | Clear afternoons (2–4 pm) | Overcast mornings |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9% | 16% | 75% |
| February | 9% | 14% | 68% |
| March | 15% | 16% | 64% |
| April | 19% | 13% | 54% |
| May | 25% | 12% | 46% |
| June | 22% | 11% | 45% |
| July | 40% | 19% | 28% |
| August | 35% | 18% | 32% |
| September | 23% | 20% | 50% |
| October | 10% | 20% | 72% |
| November | 4% | 12% | 84% |
| December | 7% | 19% | 78% |
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Questions
Can you see Moraine Lake in March?
In March, 15% of mornings and 16% of afternoons at the Rockpile were mostly clear over 2016-2025, and 64% of mornings were overcast. That makes March the number 10 of 12 month for seeing Moraine Lake; July is best (40%).
What time is sunrise at Moraine Lake in March?
Around mid-March, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 19:51 local time. Arrive at first light for the best odds of a clear view.