March weather forecast
Fort Sumner, NM

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Weather in March

March heralds the dawn of Spring in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, with jump to 30.96in of atmospheric pressure. An evident upward trend in temperatures and intensifying sunlight mark this transformation. March is replete with more rainfall days, paving the way for spring showers. Concurrently, instances of snowfall drastically decrease, signifying the end of the winter season. The wind speed escalates, contributing to the variable weather patterns of the month.

Temperature

The onset of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in February to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). March's nights exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 34%.

Rainfall

In Fort Sumner, during March, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Fort Sumner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.6 days and collects up to 9.06" (230mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Sumner, New Mexico, in March, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.6 snowfall days, and 8.19" (208mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:53 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:17 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 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Sumner in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 64°F (17.8°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 34%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fort Sumner, in March, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Fort Sumner, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:53 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:17 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 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Sumner, NM

Average temperature in March - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 64°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Sumner, NM

Average pressure in March - Fort Sumner, 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 April (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fort Sumner, NM

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Sumner, NM

Average humidity in March - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (31%).

Average rainfall in March
Fort Sumner, NM

Average rainfall in March - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Sumner, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Sumner, NM

Average snowfall in March - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Sumner, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Sumner, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Sumner, NM

Average UV index in March - Fort Sumner, 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
Fort Sumner, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Fort Sumner, NM

Average visibility in March - Fort Sumner, 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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