Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 43°F (6.1°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). March nights in Santa Cruz showcase a dramatic shift from daytime highs to an average temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Humidity
In Santa Cruz, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 48%.Rainfall
In March, in Santa Cruz, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Santa Cruz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.9 days and collects up to 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Santa Cruz are January through May, October through December. In Santa Cruz, New Mexico, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Santa Cruz, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.9 days and aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:25 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 in Santa Cruz is 9.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Santa Cruz is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What are March temperatures in Santa Cruz?
What is the average humidity in March in Santa Cruz?
How many days does it rain in March in Santa Cruz?
How many days does it snow in March in Santa Cruz?
How many hours of daylight does Santa Cruz have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Santa Cruz?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Santa Cruz?
How long on average sun shines in March in Santa Cruz?
How high is the UV index in March in Santa Cruz?
Average temperature in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average humidity in March: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).
Average rainfall in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average rainfall in March: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and April (0.35").
Average rainfall days in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average snowfall in March: 0.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santa Cruz, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average sunshine days in March: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Santa Cruz, NM
- Average cloud cover in March: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in March
Santa Cruz, 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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