March weather forecast
Smith Lake, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Smith Lake, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Smith Lake's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in February to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). Smith Lake, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Smith Lake, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

Rainfall

In Smith Lake, New Mexico, during March, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85.5 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Smith Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 13.15" (334mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:33 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 is 9.2h.

UV index

In Smith Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Smith Lake, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Smith Lake, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Smith Lake, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Smith Lake have in March?

The average day length in March in Smith Lake is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:33 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 many hours of sunshine does Smith Lake have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average temperature in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average pressure in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average wind speed in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average humidity in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average rainfall in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average snowfall in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Smith Lake, 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 48min).

  • 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average UV index in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Smith Lake, NM

Average visibility in March - Smith Lake, 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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