March weather forecast
Los Lunas, NM

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Weather in March

March brings with it the vibrancy of spring, chasing off the remnants of winter's cold. The highest temperature goes up to 60.8°F (16°C), making it appreciably warmer than the previous two months. There is also a notable decrease in relative humidity. Rainfall, while not at its peak, sees an uptick compared to February. Overall, March experiences a comfortable transition from winter to spring.

Temperature

As Los Lunas enters March, the average high-temperature increases from the a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) of February to a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C). In March, a remarkable difference from daytime highs is noted, as Los Lunas records an average temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Los Lunas, New Mexico, is 35%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 6.1 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Los Lunas. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Los Lunas aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Los Lunas, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Los Lunas is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:27 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 March, the average sunshine in Los Lunas is 9.6h.

UV index

In Los Lunas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Los Lunas in March?

Los Lunas in March has an average high-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) and an average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Los Lunas?

In March, the average relative humidity in Los Lunas is 35%.

What is the driest month in Los Lunas?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 6.1 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Los Lunas?

In Los Lunas, New Mexico, in March, during 6.1 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Los Lunas?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Los Lunas, New Mexico. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Los Lunas aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Los Lunas?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Los Lunas?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:27 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Los Lunas?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Los Lunas, New Mexico, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average temperature in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average pressure in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average wind speed in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average humidity in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 35%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

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Average rainfall in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average rainfall in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average snowfall in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.77").
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
Los Lunas, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Los Lunas, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average UV index in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in March
Los Lunas, NM

Average visibility in March - Los Lunas, 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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