March weather forecast
Arch, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Arch, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in February to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Throughout March, Arch notes a dramatic plunge from the daily high to an average low-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 37%.

Rainfall

In Arch, during March, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Arch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.6 days and collects up to 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Arch, in March, snow falls for 1 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Arch, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:49 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:13 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 is 8.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Arch?

In Arch, in March, the average high-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Arch, the average relative humidity in March is 37%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Arch, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Arch, during March, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Arch have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Arch, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:49 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:13 pm MDT.

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

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 Arch have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Arch?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Arch, NM

Average temperature in March - Arch, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Arch, NM

Average pressure in March - Arch, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Arch, NM

Average wind speed in March - Arch, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Arch, NM

Average humidity in March - Arch, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

Average rainfall in March
Arch, NM

Average rainfall in March - Arch, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Arch, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Arch, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Arch, NM

Average snowfall in March - Arch, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Arch, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Arch, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Arch, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arch, NM
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arch, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Arch, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

Average UV index in March
Arch, NM

Average UV index in March - Arch, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Arch, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Arch, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Arch, NM

Average visibility in March - Arch, NM
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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