March weather forecast
Hernandez, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Hernandez, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Hernandez sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). During March, Hernandez detects a significant contrast from its daytime temperatures, with nights averaging at a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hernandez, 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 are January through May, October through December. In Hernandez, during March, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.9 snowfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:25 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 is 9.5h.

UV index

In Hernandez, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

During March, Hernandez experiences an average high-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Hernandez, during March, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hernandez have in March?

The average day length in March in Hernandez is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

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?

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 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hernandez, NM

Average temperature in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

Average pressure in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

Average wind speed in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

Average humidity in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

Average rainfall in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

Average snowfall in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

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

Average sunshine days in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

Average UV index in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Hernandez, 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
Hernandez, NM

Average visibility in March - Hernandez, 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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