March weather forecast
Santa Teresa, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.2°F (21.2°C) and an average low of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C) in February to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). The significant decline in Santa Teresa's temperature, from day to night, averages of 48.4°F (9.1°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Santa Teresa is 27%.

Rainfall

In Santa Teresa, New Mexico, in March, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 75.4 rainfall days, and 8.46" (215mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Santa Teresa, New Mexico, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Santa Teresa is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Santa Teresa, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 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 Santa Teresa, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Santa Teresa, is 70.2°F (21.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Santa Teresa, the average relative humidity in March is 27%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Santa Teresa, in March, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Santa Teresa?

March through October are months without snowfall.

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?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:25 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 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Santa Teresa, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (94.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Santa Teresa, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Santa Teresa, NM

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Santa Teresa, NM

Average humidity in March - Santa Teresa, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 27%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).

Average rainfall in March
Santa Teresa, NM

Average rainfall in March - Santa Teresa, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Santa Teresa, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Santa Teresa, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Santa Teresa, NM

Average snowfall in March - Santa Teresa, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Santa Teresa, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Santa Teresa, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1 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
Santa Teresa, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Santa Teresa, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Santa Teresa, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 26.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Santa Teresa, NM

Average UV index in March - Santa Teresa, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Santa Teresa, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Santa Teresa, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Santa Teresa, NM

Average visibility in March - Santa Teresa, 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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