Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As February transitions into March in Gallup, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). An average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is recorded during the nights in March.Humidity
In Gallup, the average relative humidity in March is 45%.Rainfall
In Gallup, in March, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gallup, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.2 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gallup, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Gallup, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Gallup, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:36 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 9.1h.UV index
In Gallup, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What are March temperatures in Gallup?
What is the average humidity in March in Gallup?
How much does it rain in Gallup in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Gallup?
What is the average length of the day in March in Gallup?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Gallup?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Gallup?
How long on average sun shines in March in Gallup?
How high is the UV index in March in Gallup?
Average temperature in March
Gallup, NM
- Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Gallup, NM
- Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Gallup, NM
- Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Gallup, NM
- Average humidity in March: 45%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).
Average rainfall in March
Gallup, NM
- Average rainfall in March: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.24").
Average rainfall days in March
Gallup, NM
- Average rainfall days in March: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Gallup, NM
- Average snowfall in March: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Gallup, NM
- Average snowfall days in March: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gallup, NM
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min
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: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Gallup, NM
- Average sunshine days in March: 23.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Gallup, NM
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Gallup, NM
- Average cloud cover in March: 20
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in March
Gallup, NM
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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