March weather forecast
Hillsboro, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an enjoyable month in Hillsboro, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.1°F (18.4°C) and min 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in February to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). Hillsboro marks a considerable descent from the daytime apex, as the average temperature dips to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) at night throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 30%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.9 days and collects up to 8.54" (217mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Hillsboro aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.4 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Hillsboro is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Hillsboro is 9.6h.

UV index

In Hillsboro, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Hillsboro?

In March, in Hillsboro, the average high-temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hillsboro?

In March, the average relative humidity in Hillsboro is 30%.

How many days does it rain in March in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, New Mexico, during March, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Hillsboro?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Hillsboro, New Mexico. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Hillsboro aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Hillsboro?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Hillsboro?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Hillsboro have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Hillsboro, New Mexico, is 9.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average temperature in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average pressure in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average wind speed in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average humidity in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (23%).

Average rainfall in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average rainfall in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average snowfall in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hillsboro, 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: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average UV index in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Hillsboro, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Hillsboro, NM

Average visibility in March - Hillsboro, 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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