March weather forecast
McDonald, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a pleasant month in McDonald, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) in February to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). McDonald documents a significant temperature variance in March, with the mean nighttime lows settling at a chilly 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In McDonald, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 35%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In McDonald, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77 days and collects up to 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In McDonald, during March, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In McDonald, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.4 days and aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:13 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 McDonald, the average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In McDonald, in March, the average high-temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In McDonald, the average relative humidity in March is 35%.

How much does it rain in March?

In McDonald, in March, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In McDonald, in March, during 0.3 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:13 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 many hours of sunshine does McDonald have in March?

In McDonald, the average sunshine duration in March is 9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
McDonald, NM

Average temperature in March - McDonald, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in March
McDonald, NM

Average pressure in March - McDonald, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
McDonald, NM

Average wind speed in March - McDonald, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).

Average humidity in March
McDonald, NM

Average humidity in March - McDonald, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 35%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

Average rainfall in March
McDonald, NM

Average rainfall in March - McDonald, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
McDonald, NM

Average rainfall days in March - McDonald, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
McDonald, NM

Average snowfall in March - McDonald, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McDonald, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.5 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
McDonald, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McDonald, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
McDonald, NM

Average sunshine days in March - McDonald, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 25.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.5 days).

Average UV index in March
McDonald, NM

Average UV index in March - McDonald, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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
McDonald, NM

Average cloud cover in March - McDonald, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
McDonald, NM

Average visibility in March - McDonald, 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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