March weather forecast
Costilla, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Costilla, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

Costilla sees an increase in average high-temperatures during March, moving from a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) in February to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). An average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is recorded in the month of March in Costilla.

Humidity

In Costilla, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 59%.

Rainfall

In March, in Costilla, New Mexico, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Costilla, there are 72.2 rainfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Costilla, New Mexico. March is the month with the most snowfall in Costilla, New Mexico. Snow falls for 9 days and accumulates 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Costilla, New Mexico, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Costilla, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Costilla in March?

In March, in Costilla, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Costilla?

In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.

How much does it rain in Costilla in March?

In March, in Costilla, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Costilla?

The month with the most snowfall in Costilla, New Mexico, is March, when snow falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Costilla in March?

In Costilla, in March, during 9 snowfall days, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Costilla have in March?

In March, the average day length in Costilla, New Mexico, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Costilla?

On the first day of March in Costilla, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:24 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Costilla, 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 Costilla?

The average sunshine duration in March in Costilla is 8.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Costilla?

The months with the lowest UV index in Costilla are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Costilla?

In Costilla, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Costilla, NM

Average temperature in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Costilla, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Costilla, NM

Average wind speed in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Costilla, NM

Average humidity in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

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Average rainfall in March
Costilla, NM

Average rainfall in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Costilla, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Costilla, NM

Average snowfall in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Costilla, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Costilla, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Costilla, NM

Average UV index in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Costilla, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Costilla, NM

Average visibility in March - Costilla, NM
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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