March weather forecast
Kirtland, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Kirtland, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, Kirtland's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from February's chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). In the month of March, Kirtland's average low-temperature falls to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 45%.

Rainfall

In March, in Kirtland, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kirtland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.9 days and collects up to 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kirtland, during March, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Kirtland, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.5 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kirtland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:35 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

In Kirtland, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Kirtland is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Kirtland, in March, the average high-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Kirtland, the average relative humidity in March is 45%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Kirtland, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Kirtland?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Kirtland, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:35 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 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Kirtland, NM

Average temperature in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Kirtland, NM

Average pressure in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Kirtland, NM

Average wind speed in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Kirtland, NM

Average humidity in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in March
Kirtland, NM

Average rainfall in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Kirtland, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kirtland, NM

Average snowfall in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Kirtland, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
Kirtland, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kirtland, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kirtland, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Kirtland, NM

Average UV index in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Kirtland, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Kirtland, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Kirtland, NM

Average visibility in March - Kirtland, 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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