March weather forecast
San Cristobal, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in San Cristobal, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

As San Cristobal transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) in February to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Throughout the March nights, San Cristobal encounters a low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In San Cristobal, New Mexico, in March, during 6.4 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In San Cristobal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of March, 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

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in San Cristobal, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 60%.

How much does it rain in March?

In San Cristobal, in March, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

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

How many hours of daylight does San Cristobal have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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?

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 9.1h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
San Cristobal, NM

Average temperature in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average pressure in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average wind speed in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average humidity in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average rainfall in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average rainfall days in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average snowfall in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average snowfall days in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average sunshine days in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average UV index in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average cloud cover in March - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average visibility in March - San Cristobal, 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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