March weather forecastRuidoso Downs, NM
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Ruidoso Downs, is a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C).Temperature
A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, adjusting from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in February to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). Ruidoso Downs, in March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 36%.Rainfall
In Ruidoso Downs, in March, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ruidoso Downs, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ruidoso Downs, in March, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 11.26" (286mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Ruidoso Downs, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Ruidoso Downs, the average sunshine in March is 9.7h.UV index
In Ruidoso Downs, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average high temperature in March: 58.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average pressure in March: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average humidity in March: 36%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).
Average rainfall in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average rainfall in March: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average rainfall days in March: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average snowfall in March: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 42min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average sunshine days in March: 24.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average UV index in March: 4
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average cloud cover in March: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in March
Ruidoso Downs, 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).
