March weather forecast
Monticello, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Monticello, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average high of 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Monticello experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in February to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). The month of March sees a significant daily temperature drop, recording an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) in Monticello.

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 Monticello, 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, Monticello 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 Monticello, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:29 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 March, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In Monticello, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during March morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Monticello in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Monticello, in March, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Monticello, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Monticello, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Monticello, NM

Average temperature in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

Average pressure in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

Average wind speed in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

Average humidity in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

Average rainfall in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

Average snowfall in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

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

Average sunshine days in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

Average UV index in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Monticello, 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
Monticello, NM

Average visibility in March - Monticello, 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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