March weather forecast
Cerro, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Cerro, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and max 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). During March, Cerro consistently records a temperature low averaging a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In Cerro, the average relative humidity in March is 60%.

Rainfall

In Cerro, in March, during 6.4 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cerro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Cerro, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Cerro in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Cerro, records 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 60%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Cerro?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Cerro?

In March, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Cerro, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Cerro, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:24 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cerro, NM

Average temperature in March - Cerro, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Cerro, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cerro, NM

Average wind speed in March - Cerro, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Cerro, NM

Average humidity in March - Cerro, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (39%).

Average rainfall in March
Cerro, NM

Average rainfall in March - Cerro, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Cerro, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Cerro, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cerro, NM

Average snowfall in March - Cerro, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cerro, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Cerro, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cerro, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cerro, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Cerro, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Cerro, NM

Average UV index in March - Cerro, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Cerro, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Cerro, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Cerro, NM

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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