March weather forecast
Española, NM

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Weather in March

March signifies the arrival of spring in Española, with temperatures starting to warm up noticeably. The average snowfall decreases significantly to 0.98" (25mm) over just 3.1 days. The beginning of spring in New Mexico is reminiscent of renewal and rebirth, as the colder, harsher winter weather begins to fade, paving the way for lush landscapes. As the climate continues to shift, so does the lifestyle of this city's inhabitants.

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a frosty 43°F (6.1°C) in February to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Española registers a marked temperature plunge to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during the cool March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 48%.

Rainfall

In March, in Española, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Española, there are 89.9 rainfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Española, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Española, 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 in Española 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 7:25 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 in Española, New Mexico, is 9.5h.

UV index

In Española, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Española?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Española, is 52.7°F (11.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Española?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Española?

In Española, New Mexico, in March, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Española?

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

How many hours of daylight does Española have in March?

The average day length in March in Española, New Mexico, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Española?

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 7:25 pm MDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Española?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Española is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Española, NM

Average temperature in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average pressure in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average wind speed in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average humidity in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average rainfall in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average snowfall in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Española, 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 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
Española, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average UV index in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Española, 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
Española, NM

Average visibility in March - Española, 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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