March weather forecast
Continental Divide, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Continental Divide, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). March nights in Continental Divide, New Mexico, observe an average temperature dip to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Continental Divide, the average relative humidity in March is 45%.

Rainfall

In Continental Divide, New Mexico, in March, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Continental Divide, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.2 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Continental Divide. In March, in Continental Divide, New Mexico, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Continental Divide, New Mexico, is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:34 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 in Continental Divide is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Continental Divide is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Continental Divide?

The high-temperature, in March, in Continental Divide, records 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Continental Divide?

In March, the average relative humidity in Continental Divide is 45%.

How much does it rain in Continental Divide in March?

In Continental Divide, New Mexico, in March, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Continental Divide?

In March, in Continental Divide, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Continental Divide?

In March, the average day length in Continental Divide, New Mexico, is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Continental Divide?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Continental Divide, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Continental Divide, New Mexico, 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 in Continental Divide?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Continental Divide?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. 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
Continental Divide, NM

Average temperature in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average pressure in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average wind speed in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average humidity in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

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Average rainfall in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average rainfall in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average snowfall in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average UV index in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in March
Continental Divide, NM

Average visibility in March - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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