March weather forecast
Velarde, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Velarde, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

Velarde's weather in March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C) to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). Velarde experiences an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 47%.

Rainfall

In Velarde, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Velarde, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Velarde, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Velarde, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 16.3" (414mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Velarde, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 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 March, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

In Velarde, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Velarde?

In March, the average relative humidity in Velarde is 47%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Velarde, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Velarde, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:25 pm MDT.

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

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 Velarde have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Velarde, NM

Average pressure in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Velarde, NM

Average wind speed in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Velarde, NM

Average humidity in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (33%).

Average rainfall in March
Velarde, NM

Average rainfall in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Velarde, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Velarde, NM

Average snowfall in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Velarde, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Velarde, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Velarde, 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: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Velarde, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Velarde, NM

Average UV index in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Velarde, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Velarde, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Velarde, NM

Average visibility in March - Velarde, 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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