March weather forecast
Magdalena, NM

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Weather in March

March signals the onset of spring in Magdalena, characterized by a marked increase in temperatures and a decrease in snowfall. The transition from winter's chill leaves its mark, with temperatures ranging from 41°F (5°C) to 62.4°F (16.9°C). The number of daylight hours escalates to 12 with an increase in sunshine hours to 9.6. Rainfall is slightly reduced compared to the previous months, and snowfall becomes a rare event. The end of March often concludes with beautiful weather, hinting at the arrival of a warmer season.

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). Throughout March, Magdalena experiences a low-temperature average of 41°F (5°C).

Humidity

In Magdalena, the average relative humidity in March is 32%.

Rainfall

In Magdalena, in March, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Magdalena, there are 90.7 rainfall days, and 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Magdalena, New Mexico. March is the last month it regularly snows in Magdalena. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Magdalena aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Magdalena, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.8 days and aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Magdalena is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Magdalena, the average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

In Magdalena, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Magdalena in March?

In Magdalena, 62.4°F (16.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 41°F (5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Magdalena?

The average relative humidity in March is 32%.

How much does it rain in Magdalena in March?

In March, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Magdalena?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Magdalena. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Magdalena aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Magdalena?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Magdalena?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Magdalena, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:29 pm MDT.

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

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

In Magdalena, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Magdalena?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Magdalena, NM

Average temperature in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Magdalena, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Magdalena, NM

Average wind speed in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Magdalena, NM

Average humidity in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 32%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (54%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (25%).

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Average rainfall in March
Magdalena, NM

Average rainfall in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Magdalena, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Magdalena, NM

Average snowfall in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.46").
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
Magdalena, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.1 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
Magdalena, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Magdalena, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Magdalena, NM

Average UV index in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Magdalena, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Magdalena, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in March
Magdalena, NM

Average visibility in March - Magdalena, 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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