March weather forecast
Playas, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Playas, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and an average low of 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). During March, Playas perceives a consistent contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C).

Humidity

In Playas, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 29%.

Rainfall

In Playas, during March, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. In Playas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.4 days and collects up to 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Playas aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.5 snowfall days, and 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:33 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 Playas, New Mexico, the average sunshine in March is 9.2h.

UV index

In Playas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in Playas, records 68.2°F (20.1°C), while the low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 29%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Playas, New Mexico, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Playas aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Playas have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:33 pm MDT.

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

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 March, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Playas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Playas, NM

Average temperature in March - Playas, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Playas, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Playas, NM

Average wind speed in March - Playas, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Playas, NM

Average humidity in March - Playas, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).

Average rainfall in March
Playas, NM

Average rainfall in March - Playas, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Playas, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Playas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Playas, NM

Average snowfall in March - Playas, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Playas, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Playas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.5 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
Playas, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • 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: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Playas, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Playas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 26.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Playas, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Playas, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Playas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Playas, NM

Average visibility in March - Playas, 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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