March weather forecast
Ponderosa, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ponderosa, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C). A considerable shift from the daytime highs is observed during March nights, with an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 38%.

Rainfall

February, March and June are months with the least rain in Ponderosa when the rain falls for 6.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Ponderosa, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.8 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:27 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 9.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Ponderosa?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Ponderosa, is 58.8°F (14.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ponderosa?

The average relative humidity in March in Ponderosa, New Mexico, is 38%.

What is the driest month in Ponderosa?

February, March and June are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Ponderosa in March?

In Ponderosa, in March, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ponderosa in March?

In Ponderosa, New Mexico, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ponderosa have in March?

The average day length in March in Ponderosa is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ponderosa?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Ponderosa, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:27 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ponderosa, New Mexico, 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 Ponderosa have in March?

In Ponderosa, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Ponderosa?

In Ponderosa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ponderosa, NM

Average temperature in March - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Ponderosa, NM

Average pressure in March - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"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
Ponderosa, NM

Average wind speed in March - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ponderosa, NM

Average humidity in March - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in March
Ponderosa, NM

Average rainfall in March - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, March and June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Ponderosa, NM

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ponderosa, NM

Average snowfall in March - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ponderosa, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4 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
Ponderosa, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ponderosa, 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 and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ponderosa, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Ponderosa, NM

Average UV index in March - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Ponderosa, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Ponderosa, 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 10).

Average visibility in March
Ponderosa, NM

Average visibility in March - Ponderosa, 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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