March weather forecast
Ruidoso, NM

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Weather in March

March offers a perceptible change from winter to spring, with temperatures gradually increasing. When comparing the overall weather pattern, there are reduced instances of snowfall, fewer daylight hours, and a notable increase in temperature that goes up to an average of 58.3°F (14.6°C). A shift from the colder months, the outdoor environment becomes more inviting due to milder conditions, encouraging a plethora of activities. Regional flora starts to bloom, adding another dimension to Ruidoso's captivating landscapes. The relative humidity drops to 36%, the lowest level of the year, contributing to March's generally pleasant atmosphere.

Temperature

March's onset in Ruidoso brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) in February to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). An average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) is recorded in the month of March in Ruidoso.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Ruidoso is 36%.

Rainfall

In March, in Ruidoso, New Mexico, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ruidoso. In March, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ruidoso, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 11.26" (286mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Ruidoso, 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

The average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

In Ruidoso, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ruidoso in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ruidoso, New Mexico, are 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Ruidoso?

In Ruidoso, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 36%.

How much does it rain in Ruidoso in March?

In Ruidoso, New Mexico, in March, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ruidoso in March?

In Ruidoso, New Mexico, in March, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Ruidoso?

On the first day of March in Ruidoso, 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.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Ruidoso, New Mexico, is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Ruidoso?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ruidoso is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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March
Apr
Average high temperature
49.6°F 9.8°C
58.3°F 14.6°C
64.6°F 18.1°C
Average low temperature
30.6°F -0.8°C
37.2°F 2.9°C
42.4°F 5.8°C
Average pressure
30.02" 763mmHg
29.96" 761mmHg
29.87" 759mmHg
Average wind speed
9.8mph 15.8km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
11.6mph 18.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.8mph 17.4km/h
11.6mph 18.7km/h
12.7mph 20.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.9mph 25.6km/h
16mph 25.7km/h
17mph 27.4km/h
Average humidity
47%
36%
30%
Average rainfall
0.39" 10mm
0.47" 12mm
0.67" 17mm
Average rainfall days
2.4
5.1
5.5
Average snowfall
2.36" 60mm
0.63" 16mm
0.71" 18mm
Average snowfall days
4.4
1.3
0.7
Average daylight
11h
12h
13h
Average sunshine
7h 2min
9h 4min
11h 4min
Average sunshine days
22.3
24.9
23.2
Average UV index
3
4
4
Average cloud cover
15%
15%
13%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average temperature in March - Ruidoso, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average pressure in March - Ruidoso, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average wind speed in March - Ruidoso, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average humidity in March - Ruidoso, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average rainfall in March - Ruidoso, 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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average rainfall days in March - Ruidoso, 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).

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Average snowfall in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average snowfall in March - Ruidoso, 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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average snowfall days in March - Ruidoso, 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).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ruidoso, 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 4min

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
Ruidoso, NM

Average sunshine days in March - Ruidoso, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average UV index in March - Ruidoso, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average cloud cover in March - Ruidoso, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Ruidoso, NM

Average visibility in March - Ruidoso, 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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