March weather forecast
Las Vegas, NM

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Weather in March

March boasts a significant climb in temperature. The shift is almost spring-like, featuring a decrease in snowfall from 3.94" (100mm) in February, down to 2.68" (68mm). Even though the weather remains somewhat cold, the added sunshine days make March feel less wintery than the previous months. The landscapes start to emerge from the winter spell, ushering the residents into a fresh and bright spring.

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). In Las Vegas, the nighttime chill during March is a clear shift from the day's highs, with an average of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 43%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Las Vegas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.1 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Las Vegas, New Mexico, in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Las Vegas, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Las Vegas, 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

In Las Vegas, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

In Las Vegas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Las Vegas?

In Las Vegas, 55°F (12.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Las Vegas?

In March, the average relative humidity in Las Vegas, New Mexico, is 43%.

How much does it rain in Las Vegas in March?

In March, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Las Vegas in March?

In Las Vegas, during March, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Las Vegas have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Las Vegas?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 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 Las Vegas?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Las Vegas have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Las Vegas, New Mexico, is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Las Vegas?

In Las Vegas, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average temperature in March - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average pressure in March - Las Vegas, 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 April (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average wind speed in March - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average humidity in March - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).

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Average rainfall in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average rainfall in March - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average snowfall in March - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 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
Las Vegas, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Las Vegas, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average UV index in March - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Las Vegas, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in March
Las Vegas, NM

Average visibility in March - Las Vegas, 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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