March weather forecast
Rayado, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Rayado, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 46°F (7.8°C) and min 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Rayado experiences an average nighttime temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Rayado, New Mexico, is 57%.

Rainfall

In Rayado, New Mexico, in March, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rayado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.5 days and collects up to 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall in Rayado. Snow falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rayado is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Rayado, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Rayado, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rayado are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Rayado?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Rayado, is 46°F (7.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rayado?

In March, the average relative humidity in Rayado, New Mexico, is 57%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rayado?

In Rayado, in March, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Rayado?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Rayado. Snow falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Rayado?

In Rayado, in March, during 9.6 snowfall days, 10.2" (259mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rayado have in March?

The average day length in March in Rayado, New Mexico, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rayado?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Rayado is 9.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rayado?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rayado, New Mexico, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rayado?

In Rayado, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Rayado, NM

Average temperature in March - Rayado, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rayado, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rayado, NM

Average wind speed in March - Rayado, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rayado, NM

Average humidity in March - Rayado, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rayado, NM

Average rainfall in March - Rayado, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rayado, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Rayado, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rayado, NM

Average snowfall in March - Rayado, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 10.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rayado, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Rayado, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rayado, NM

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rayado, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rayado, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Rayado, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rayado, NM

Average UV index in March - Rayado, 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
Rayado, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Rayado, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Rayado, NM

Average visibility in March - Rayado, 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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