March weather forecast
Eagle Nest, NM

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Weather in March

March sees a significant shift in Eagle Nest's weather, providing the first signs of spring. As the high temperature increases to 46°F (7.8°C), snowfall notably reduces compared to February's 7.05" (179mm). Although the cold has not entirely faded away, average temperatures witness a warming trend. This transition period between winter and spring sees a decrease in snow-covered landscapes and introduces more colorful scenery. Thus, Eagle Nest in March is a time of change, with gradually warming weather and changing landscapes.

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). The average temperature drops to a freezing cold 24.8°F (-4°C) during the night in the month of March.

Humidity

In Eagle Nest, the average relative humidity in March is 57%.

Rainfall

In Eagle Nest, in March, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Eagle Nest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.5 days and collects up to 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Eagle Nest are January through May, September through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Eagle Nest. Snow falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Eagle Nest, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:22 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

The average sunshine in March in Eagle Nest, New Mexico, is 9.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Eagle Nest?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Eagle Nest, is 46°F (7.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Eagle Nest?

The average relative humidity in March in Eagle Nest, New Mexico, is 57%.

How many days does it rain in March in Eagle Nest?

In March, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Eagle Nest?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Eagle Nest, New Mexico. Snow falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Eagle Nest?

In Eagle Nest, during March, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Eagle Nest?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Eagle Nest?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Eagle Nest is 9.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Eagle Nest?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Eagle Nest, New Mexico.

How high is the UV index in March in Eagle Nest?

In Eagle Nest, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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March
Apr
Average high temperature
36.3°F 2.4°C
46°F 7.8°C
53.2°F 11.8°C
Average low temperature
16.9°F -8.4°C
24.8°F -4°C
30.2°F -1°C
Average pressure
30.06" 764mmHg
29.98" 761mmHg
29.88" 759mmHg
Average wind speed
7.7mph 12.4km/h
8.1mph 13km/h
8.6mph 13.8km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.6mph 13.8km/h
9mph 14.5km/h
9.6mph 15.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
12.6mph 20.3km/h
12.4mph 20km/h
12.6mph 20.3km/h
Average humidity
72%
57%
47%
Average rainfall
0.91" 23mm
1.38" 35mm
1.18" 30mm
Average rainfall days
4
5.7
7.2
Average snowfall
7.05" 179mm
10.2" 259mm
6.38" 162mm
Average snowfall days
9.3
9.6
7.4
Average daylight
10h 5min
12h 0min
13h 1min
Average sunshine
6h 5min
9h 1min
11h 0min
Average sunshine days
17.4
18.5
16.6
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
26%
21%
20%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average temperature in March - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Eagle Nest, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average wind speed in March - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average humidity in March - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

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Average rainfall in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average rainfall in March - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average snowfall in March - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 10.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Eagle Nest, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average UV index in March - Eagle Nest, 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
Eagle Nest, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Eagle Nest, NM

Average visibility in March - Eagle Nest, 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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