March weather forecastLos Lunas, NM
March
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
March brings a rise in Los Lunas's average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in February to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). A notable decrease from the day's highest temperature marks March, culminating in an average low of 39°F (3.9°C).Humidity
In Los Lunas, the average relative humidity in March is 35%.Rainfall
March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. 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 is 12h and 0min.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 March, 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 Los Lunas, New Mexico, the average sunshine in March is 9.6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
