March weather forecast
Petaca, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Petaca, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

March signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 35.8°F (2.1°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). The month of March sees a significant daily temperature drop, recording an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In Petaca, the average relative humidity in March is 59%.

Rainfall

In Petaca, in March, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Petaca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Petaca, in March, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Petaca, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.7 days and aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:25 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 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Petaca in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Petaca?

The average relative humidity in March in Petaca is 59%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Petaca, in March, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Petaca, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Petaca?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Petaca, NM

Average temperature in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Petaca, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Petaca, NM

Average wind speed in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Petaca, NM

Average humidity in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in March
Petaca, NM

Average rainfall in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Petaca, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Petaca, NM

Average snowfall in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Petaca, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Petaca, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Petaca, 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: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Petaca, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Petaca, NM

Average UV index in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Petaca, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Petaca, NM

Average visibility in March - Petaca, NM
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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