March weather forecast
White Sands, NM

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in White Sands, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) in February to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). White Sands registers a significant drop in temperature in March, with average nighttime lows of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In White Sands, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 29%.

Rainfall

In White Sands, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In White Sands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.3 days and collects up to 13.66" (347mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of March, in White Sands, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:25 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 White Sands, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in White Sands is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in White Sands?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in White Sands are 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 46°F (7.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in White Sands?

In White Sands, the average relative humidity in March is 29%.

How much does it rain in White Sands in March?

In March, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in White Sands?

In White Sands, snow does not fall in March through October.

Does it snow in White Sands in March?

In March, in White Sands, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in March in White Sands?

In White Sands, New Mexico, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in White Sands?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:25 pm MDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does White Sands have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in White Sands is 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in White Sands?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
White Sands, NM

Average temperature in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
White Sands, NM

Average pressure in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average pressure in March: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
White Sands, NM

Average wind speed in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
White Sands, NM

Average humidity in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average humidity in March: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (23%).

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Average rainfall in March
White Sands, NM

Average rainfall in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
White Sands, NM

Average rainfall days in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
White Sands, NM

Average snowfall in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
White Sands, NM

Average snowfall days in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
White Sands, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
White Sands, NM

Average sunshine days in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average sunshine days in March: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
White Sands, NM

Average UV index in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
White Sands, NM

Average cloud cover in March - White Sands, NM
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in March
White Sands, NM

Average visibility in March - White Sands, 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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