March weather forecast
El Rito, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in El Rito, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, moving from a frosty 43°F (6.1°C) in February to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). El Rito experiences a dramatic descent in temperature during March, with the average nighttime reading settling at a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In El Rito, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 48%.

Rainfall

In El Rito, New Mexico, during March, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.9 rainfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in El Rito are January through May, October through December. In El Rito, in March, during 3.1 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In El Rito, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.9 days and aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:26 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 El Rito is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in El Rito?

The high-temperature, in March, in El Rito, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in El Rito?

In El Rito, the average relative humidity in March is 48%.

How much does it rain in El Rito in March?

In El Rito, in March, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in El Rito?

In El Rito, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in El Rito?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in El Rito?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in El Rito, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:26 pm MDT.

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

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 El Rito?

In El Rito, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in El Rito?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
El Rito, NM

Average temperature in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
El Rito, NM

Average pressure in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
El Rito, NM

Average wind speed in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
El Rito, NM

Average humidity in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in March
El Rito, NM

Average rainfall in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and April (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
El Rito, NM

Average rainfall days in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
El Rito, NM

Average snowfall in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
El Rito, NM

Average snowfall days in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
El Rito, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - El Rito, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
El Rito, NM

Average sunshine days in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in March
El Rito, NM

Average UV index in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
El Rito, NM

Average cloud cover in March - El Rito, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
El Rito, NM

Average visibility in March - El Rito, 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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