March weather forecast
Buena Vista, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Buena Vista, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55°F (12.8°C) and an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). Nightfall in March introduces a considerable dip in temperature, settling at an average of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Buena Vista is 43%.

Rainfall

In Buena Vista, during March, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Buena Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.1 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Buena Vista, during March, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow. In Buena Vista, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 21.57" (548mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Buena Vista, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:22 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 is 9.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, in Buena Vista, the average high-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 43%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Buena Vista, during March, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Buena Vista in March?

In Buena Vista, in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Buena Vista have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Buena Vista?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:22 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 long on average sun shines in March in Buena Vista?

In Buena Vista, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average temperature in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average pressure in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average wind speed in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average humidity in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).

Average rainfall in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average rainfall in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average snowfall in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Buena Vista, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average UV index in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Buena Vista, NM

Average visibility in March - Buena Vista, 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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