March weather forecast
La Plata, NM

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). An average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) marks the month of March in La Plata.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In La Plata, in March, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In La Plata, 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 La Plata. In March, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated. In La Plata, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.5 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in La Plata is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:34 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in La Plata?

An average high-temperature, in March, in La Plata, 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 La Plata?

The average relative humidity in March is 45%.

How much does it rain in La Plata in March?

In La Plata, in March, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in La Plata in March?

In La Plata, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does La Plata have in March?

The average day length in March in La Plata, New Mexico, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in La Plata?

On the first day of March in La Plata, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

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

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 La Plata?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in La Plata?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
La Plata, NM

Average temperature in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

Average pressure in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

Average wind speed in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

Average humidity in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

Average rainfall in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

Average rainfall days in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

Average snowfall in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

Average snowfall days in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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
La Plata, NM

Average sunshine days in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

Average UV index in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

Average cloud cover in March - La Plata, 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
La Plata, NM

Average visibility in March - La Plata, 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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