March weather forecast
Peralta, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an enjoyable month in Peralta, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.8°F (16°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

Peralta sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, moving from February's fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). Peralta's daily high temperature significantly diverges from the consistently recorded temperature low averaging a wintry 39°F (3.9°C) in March.

Humidity

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 in Peralta, New Mexico. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Peralta aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Peralta, New Mexico, 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, in Peralta, 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 Peralta, the average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

In Peralta, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Peralta?

The high-temperature in Peralta, New Mexico, during March is 60.8°F (16°C) and the low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Peralta?

In March, the average relative humidity is 35%.

What is the driest month in Peralta?

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

How much does it rain in Peralta in March?

In Peralta, during March, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Peralta?

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

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

In Peralta, New Mexico, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Peralta?

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 Peralta?

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 Peralta?

In Peralta, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Peralta?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Peralta, NM

Average temperature in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average pressure in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average wind speed in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average humidity in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average rainfall in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average snowfall in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average UV index in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Peralta, 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
Peralta, NM

Average visibility in March - Peralta, 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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