March weather forecast
Salem, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Salem, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average high of 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in February to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). Salem reports a significant contrast between daytime and nighttime temperatures, with an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C) in March.

Humidity

In Salem, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 28%.

Rainfall

In Salem, in March, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 83.2 rainfall days, and 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Salem, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:28 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 9.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Salem, the average relative humidity in March is 28%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Salem, in March, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Salem, snow does not fall in March through October.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Salem, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:28 pm MDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Salem, NM

Average temperature in March - Salem, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in March
Salem, NM

Average pressure in March - Salem, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Salem, NM

Average wind speed in March - Salem, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Salem, NM

Average humidity in March - Salem, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 28%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in March
Salem, NM

Average rainfall in March - Salem, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Salem, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Salem, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Salem, NM

Average snowfall in March - Salem, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Salem, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Salem, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Salem, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Salem, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 27.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Salem, NM

Average UV index in March - Salem, 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
Salem, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Salem, NM

Average visibility in March - Salem, 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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