March weather forecast
Clayton, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Clayton, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in February to a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 42%.

Rainfall

In Clayton, New Mexico, in March, during 6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Clayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.4 days and collects up to 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Clayton, in March, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Clayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.7 days and aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Clayton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:47 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Clayton, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:14 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in March leads to these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Clayton?

March temperatures in Clayton, New Mexico, vary between a high-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and a low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Clayton?

In March, the average relative humidity in Clayton is 42%.

How much does it rain in Clayton in March?

In Clayton, during March, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Clayton in March?

In Clayton, New Mexico, in March, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Clayton have in March?

In Clayton, New Mexico, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Clayton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:47 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Clayton, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:14 pm MDT.

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

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 Clayton?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Clayton?

In Clayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Clayton, NM

Average temperature in March - Clayton, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Clayton, NM

Average pressure in March - Clayton, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Clayton, NM

Average wind speed in March - Clayton, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Clayton, NM

Average humidity in March - Clayton, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 42%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (40%).

Average rainfall in March
Clayton, NM

Average rainfall in March - Clayton, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Clayton, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Clayton, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clayton, NM

Average snowfall in March - Clayton, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clayton, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Clayton, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clayton, 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: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clayton, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Clayton, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Clayton, NM

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Clayton, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Clayton, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Clayton, NM

Average visibility in March - Clayton, 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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