March weather forecast
Jal, NM

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Weather in March

As March arrives, spring officially gets underway in Jal, New Mexico. Bask in these days, and enjoy increasingly longer daylight periods and comfortable temperatures. Accompanied by an increase to 12 daylight hours, average temperatures jump to between 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C). This month sees a marked rise in rainfall amounts compared to the preceding month. Through it all, this period remains a perfect time to appreciate the refreshing spring air.

Temperature

Observing a rise in March, the average high-temperature in Jal goes from February's refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in March as Jal logs a consistent average temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Jal is 35%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jal, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.3 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Jal aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Jal, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Jal, New Mexico, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:12 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 Jal is 9h.

UV index

In Jal, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Jal in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Jal, New Mexico, are 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Jal?

The average relative humidity in March is 35%.

How many days does it rain in March in Jal?

In Jal, New Mexico, during March, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Jal?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Jal. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Jal aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Jal have in March?

In Jal, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Jal?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Jal, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:12 pm MDT.

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

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

In Jal, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in March is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Jal?

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

Average temperature in March - Jal, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Jal, NM

Average pressure in March - Jal, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Jal, NM

Average wind speed in March - Jal, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Jal, NM

Average humidity in March - Jal, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 35%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (31%).

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Average rainfall in March
Jal, NM

Average rainfall in March - Jal, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
Jal, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Jal, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Jal, NM

Average snowfall in March - Jal, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Jal, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Jal, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jal, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Jal, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Jal, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Jal, NM

Average UV index in March - Jal, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Jal, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in March
Jal, NM

Average visibility in March - Jal, 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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