March weather forecast
Questa, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Questa, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). During March, Questa witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Questa is 60%.

Rainfall

In Questa, in March, during 6.4 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Questa, New Mexico, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost 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

How cold is March in Questa?

Questa in March has an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Questa?

The average relative humidity in March is 60%.

How much does it rain in Questa in March?

In Questa, during March, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Questa?

The month with the most snowfall in Questa is March, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Questa?

In Questa, during March, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Questa have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Questa?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:24 pm MDT.

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

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

In Questa, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Questa?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Questa?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Questa, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Questa, NM

Average temperature in March - Questa, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Questa, NM

Average pressure in March - Questa, 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
Questa, NM

Average wind speed in March - Questa, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Questa, NM

Average humidity in March - Questa, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (39%).

Average rainfall in March
Questa, NM

Average rainfall in March - Questa, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Questa, NM

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Questa, NM

Average snowfall in March - Questa, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Questa, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Questa, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Questa, 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: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Questa, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Questa, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Questa, NM

Average UV index in March - Questa, 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
Questa, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Questa, NM

Average visibility in March - Questa, 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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