March weather forecast
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.4°F (3°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a change in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from February's chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). A marked difference from the daytime temperatures, Los Ranchos de Albuquerque's nighttime temperature falls to an average low of 37.4°F (3°C) in March.

Humidity

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, the average relative humidity in March is 37%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque are March through June Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque are January through April, October through December. In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, in March, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 9.02" (229mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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 is 9.7h.

UV index

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque during March are 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 37.4°F (3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

The average relative humidity in March in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, is 37%.

What is the driest month in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

March through June are months with the least rain in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque in March?

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, in March, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, in March, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:02 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 Ranchos de Albuquerque?

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 long on average sun shines in March in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque is 4. 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
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average temperature in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in March
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average pressure in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average wind speed in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average humidity in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

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Average rainfall in March
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average rainfall in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April, May and June (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average snowfall in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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 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 Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average UV index in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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 Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in March
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average visibility in March - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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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