March weather forecast
Bayard, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bayard, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). With a notable difference from peak temperatures, an average of 39°F (3.9°C) marks the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 35%.

Rainfall

In Bayard, in March, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.7 rainfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bayard, New Mexico, are January through March, October through December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Bayard aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Bayard, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:32 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 in Bayard is 9.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Bayard is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bayard in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 35%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Bayard aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bayard, NM

Average temperature in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Bayard, NM

Average pressure in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bayard, NM

Average wind speed in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Bayard, NM

Average humidity in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 35%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).

Average rainfall in March
Bayard, NM

Average rainfall in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Bayard, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bayard, NM

Average snowfall in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bayard, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 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
Bayard, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bayard, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Bayard, NM

Average UV index in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Bayard, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Bayard, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Bayard, NM

Average visibility in March - Bayard, 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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