March weather forecast
Tierra Amarilla, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C) to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). March nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In Tierra Amarilla, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Tierra Amarilla, in March, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tierra Amarilla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 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 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Tierra Amarilla, is 38.5°F (3.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Tierra Amarilla?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Tierra Amarilla, during March, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Tierra Amarilla is 8.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Tierra Amarilla is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average temperature in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average pressure in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average wind speed in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average humidity in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average rainfall in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average snowfall in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 14.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (14.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Tierra Amarilla, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average UV index in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Tierra Amarilla, NM

Average visibility in March - Tierra Amarilla, NM
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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