March weather forecast
White Sands National Monument, NM

The advent of March brings noticeable shifts in weather phenomena, shaping the environment into a more hospitable space. The transition from winter to spring can be observed as the days get longer and the temperatures take an upward trajectory. Snowfall becomes a rare spectacle, further substantiating the shift in seasons. A major temperature swing is recorded with highs peaking around 70.5°F (21.4°C). March constitutes one of the vital transitory periods at White Sands National Monument, with its changing environment offering contrasting landscapes.

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's refreshing 63°F (17.2°C) to a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C). During March, White Sands National Monument reports a marked contrast from daily peak temperatures, with an average nighttime reading of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout March, White Sands National Monument aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In White Sands National Monument, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in White Sands National Monument is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in White Sands National Monument, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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.