March weather forecast
Peña Blanca, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Peña Blanca, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 55°F (12.8°C) and min 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). March in Peña Blanca is noted for a mean low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 43%.

Rainfall

In Peña Blanca, in March, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 81.2 rainfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Peña Blanca. In March, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. In Peña Blanca, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 13.11" (333mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Peña Blanca is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Peña Blanca, the average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Peña Blanca in March?

In March, in Peña Blanca, the average high-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Peña Blanca, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Peña Blanca, in March, during 7 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Peña Blanca, during March, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Peña Blanca have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Peña Blanca?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Peña Blanca, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:26 pm MDT.

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

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 Peña Blanca have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average temperature in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average pressure in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average wind speed in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average humidity in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (30%).

Average rainfall in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average rainfall in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April, May and June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average snowfall in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Peña Blanca, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average UV index in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Peña Blanca, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Peña Blanca, NM

Average visibility in March - Peña Blanca, 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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