March weather forecast
Ranchos de Taos, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

As Ranchos de Taos transitions into March, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C) in February to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Ranchos de Taos experiences a significant reduction from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ranchos de Taos. In Ranchos de Taos, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ranchos de Taos, there are 49.7 snowfall days, and 21.69" (551mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Ranchos de Taos is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:24 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

The average sunshine in March in Ranchos de Taos is 9.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Ranchos de Taos?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Ranchos de Taos, is 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ranchos de Taos?

The average relative humidity in March is 59%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ranchos de Taos?

In March, in Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Ranchos de Taos?

In Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, in March, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ranchos de Taos have in March?

In Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ranchos de Taos?

On the first day of March in Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:24 pm MDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Ranchos de Taos?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ranchos de Taos, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Ranchos de Taos have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ranchos de Taos?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ranchos de Taos?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average temperature in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average pressure in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average wind speed in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average humidity in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average rainfall in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average snowfall in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average UV index in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in March
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average visibility in March - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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