March weather forecast
Santa Rosa, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 64°F (17.8°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). Throughout March, Santa Rosa registers a distinct decrease from daytime highs, reaching an average low of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Santa Rosa is 34%.

Rainfall

In Santa Rosa, in March, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Santa Rosa, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.6 days and collects up to 9.06" (230mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Santa Rosa, during March, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.6 snowfall days, and 8.19" (208mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Santa Rosa, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Santa Rosa, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:19 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 9.4h.

UV index

In Santa Rosa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Santa Rosa in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) and a low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Santa Rosa?

In March, the average relative humidity in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, is 34%.

How many days does it rain in March in Santa Rosa?

In Santa Rosa, in March, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Santa Rosa?

In Santa Rosa, New Mexico, in March, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Rosa have in March?

The average day length in March in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Santa Rosa?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Santa Rosa is 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Santa Rosa?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average temperature in March - Santa Rosa, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 64°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average pressure in March - Santa Rosa, 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 April (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average wind speed in March - Santa Rosa, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average humidity in March - Santa Rosa, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (31%).

Average rainfall in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average rainfall in March - Santa Rosa, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Santa Rosa, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average snowfall in March - Santa Rosa, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Santa Rosa, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (3.5 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
Santa Rosa, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Santa Rosa, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Santa Rosa, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average UV index in March - Santa Rosa, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Santa Rosa, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Santa Rosa, NM

Average visibility in March - Santa Rosa, 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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