March weather forecast
Thoreau, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Thoreau, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.1°F (11.7°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). In the month of March, Thoreau witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Thoreau, in March, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 85.5 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Thoreau, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Thoreau, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Thoreau is 9.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 43%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 7:34 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 Thoreau, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Thoreau?

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

Average temperature in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average pressure in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average wind speed in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average humidity in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average rainfall in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average snowfall in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average UV index in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average visibility in March - Thoreau, 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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