March weather forecast
University Park, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a pleasant month in University Park, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

March signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). The nighttime temperature during March displays a significant divergence from daily peaks, averaging at a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 28%.

Rainfall

In University Park, during March, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. In University Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.4 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In University Park, New Mexico, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:26 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 9.4h.

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In University Park, 69.1°F (20.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.9°F (8.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in University Park?

In University Park, the average relative humidity in March is 28%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In University Park, during March, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In University Park, snow does not fall in March through October.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does University Park have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:26 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
University Park, NM

Average temperature in March - University Park, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in March
University Park, NM

Average pressure in March - University Park, 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
University Park, NM

Average wind speed in March - University Park, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

Average humidity in March
University Park, NM

Average humidity in March - University Park, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 28%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in March
University Park, NM

Average rainfall in March - University Park, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
University Park, NM

Average rainfall days in March - University Park, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
University Park, NM

Average snowfall in March - University Park, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
University Park, NM

Average snowfall days in March - University Park, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
University Park, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - University Park, 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: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
University Park, NM

Average sunshine days in March - University Park, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 26.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
University Park, NM

Average UV index in March - University Park, 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
University Park, NM

Average cloud cover in March - University Park, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
University Park, NM

Average visibility in March - University Park, 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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