March weather forecast
Grants, NM

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Weather in March

March marks the start of meteorological spring in Grants. The weather starts to lose its winter bite as temperatures rise with the advent of the new season. Don’t pack your snow gear just yet though, as the occasional snowfall can still occur. Generally, expect a bit more sunshine and a slight drop in humidity. This month could be considered the beginning of the hiking season, given the generally pleasant weather and increased daylight.

Temperature

Grants sees a rise in temperature during March, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a chilly 43.5°F in February to a cool 53.1°F. Grants's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at a wintry 32.9°F.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Grants is 43%.

Rainfall

In Grants, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.51" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85.5 rainfall days, and 9.37" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grants, New Mexico, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.98" of snow is typically accumulated. In Grants, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 13.15" of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Grants, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Grants is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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FAQ

What is the average March temperature in Grants?

The high-temperature, in March, in Grants, is 53.1°F, while the low-temperature averages to 32.9°F.

What is the average humidity in March in Grants?

The average relative humidity in March in Grants, New Mexico, is 43%.

How much does it rain in Grants in March?

In Grants, in March, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.51" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Grants?

In Grants, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.98" of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Grants?

The average day length in March in Grants is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Grants?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Grants have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Grants?

In Grants, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Grants, NM

Average temperature in March - Grants, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°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 (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Grants, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Grants, NM

Average wind speed in March - Grants, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Grants, NM

Average humidity in March - Grants, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

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Average rainfall in March
Grants, NM

Average rainfall in March - Grants, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Grants, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Grants, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Grants, NM

Average snowfall in March - Grants, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Grants, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Grants, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 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
Grants, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grants, 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: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Grants, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Grants, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Grants, NM

Average UV index in March - Grants, 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
Grants, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Grants, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in March
Grants, NM

Average visibility in March - Grants, 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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