March weather forecast
Fort Stanton, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Fort Stanton, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

Fort Stanton's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in February to a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C). Fort Stanton in March anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 36%.

Rainfall

In Fort Stanton, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Stanton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.5 days and collects up to 18.03" (458mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Stanton, in March, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fort Stanton, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 12.05" (306mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 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

The average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

In Fort Stanton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Stanton in March?

In Fort Stanton, 58.3°F (14.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.2°F (2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Fort Stanton is 36%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fort Stanton, in March, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Fort Stanton, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Stanton have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average pressure in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average wind speed in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average humidity in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 36%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).

Average rainfall in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average rainfall in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average snowfall in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Stanton, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average UV index in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May, June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Fort Stanton, NM

Average visibility in March - Fort Stanton, 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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