Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) in February to an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C). Throughout March, the nighttime temperature in Columbus averages to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 28%.Rainfall
In Columbus, during March, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.3 days and collects up to 8.35" (212mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Columbus are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Columbus aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.5 days and aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Columbus is 12h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Columbus, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:29 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 during March translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March in Columbus?
What is the average humidity in March in Columbus?
How much does it rain in Columbus in March?
What is the last month it snows in Columbus?
What is the average length of the day in March in Columbus?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Columbus?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Columbus?
How long on average sun shines in March in Columbus?
How high is the UV index in March in Columbus?
Average temperature in March
Columbus, NM
- Average high temperature in March: 67.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (53.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 46.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure in March
Columbus, NM
- Average pressure in March: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Columbus, NM
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and September (7.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Columbus, NM
- Average humidity in March: 28%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).
Average rainfall in March
Columbus, NM
- Average rainfall in March: 0.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").
Average rainfall days in March
Columbus, NM
- Average rainfall days in March: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Columbus, NM
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Columbus, NM
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Columbus, 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: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Columbus, NM
- Average sunshine days in March: 27 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Columbus, 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
Columbus, NM
- Average cloud cover in March: 14
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
Columbus, 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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