March 16 is generally a great time to visit Santa Fe. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather. It's a quieter period for Santa Fe, ideal for those who prefer unhurried sightseeing.
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Essential Travel Info for Santa Fe
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Santa Fe Weather Forecast for March 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10.5°C. 19% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Santa Fe in March
Based on historical data for March 16, Santa Fe typically experiences temperatures between -1.8°C and 10.5°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Santa Fe
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
10.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-1.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
8.7°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
19%
Avg 0.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.6 cm
~19% chance
Pressure
1015 hPa
Medium volatility
Santa Fe Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 80% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
0.5°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Quiet
37/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~13
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Santa Fe
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:14
☀️ Noon
12:13
🌇 Sunset
18:12
⏱️ Daylight
11h 58m
Wind Speed
20.3 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
10.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
50%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Santa Fe
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Santa Fe on March 16 averages 10.5°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 63/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Santa Fe Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 22
12°C • 13% rain
Score
77
March 23
12°C • 12% rain
Score
77
March 21
11.6°C • 13% rain
Score
75
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Santa Fe Worth Visiting on March 16?
Planning a trip to Santa Fe on March 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10.5°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 13 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.6°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to -9.6°C in 2019.
