March weather forecast
Louisiana, USA

March marks the transition from winter to spring in Louisiana, with temperatures climbing steadily throughout the month. Southern regions, encompassing cities like Lafayette, begin to experience daytime highs between 72°F (22.2°C) and 76°F (24.4°C). Meanwhile, in the northern parts, including areas around Monroe, temperatures generally range from 67°F (19.4°C) to 71°F (21.7°C).

Nights in March become noticeably milder compared to the preceding winter months. In the southern locales, nighttime lows hover between 50°F (10°C) and 54°F (12.2°C), whereas the north experiences temperatures from 44°F (6.7°C) to 48°F (8.9°C).

While March signals a decline in the possibility of snow, especially in the south, sporadic light snow or frost isn't entirely out of the question for the northern regions, though such occurrences are rare. Rainfall starts to increase as March advances, setting the stage for the notably wetter months of April and May. Thunderstorms become more frequent, often accompanied by moderate to heavy rain showers.

Comparatively, March showcases a marked difference from the colder and more dormant February. The state begins to exhibit signs of rejuvenation, with flora starting to blossom, especially towards the end of the month. It's also worth noting that as March progresses, daylight hours extend, providing ample sunshine that further accentuates the state's transition into spring.

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• New Orleans - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in New Orleans and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. March and April are months with the least rain in New Orleans when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of rain.
• Baton Rouge - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Baton Rouge?
• Shreveport - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Shreveport and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Shreveport, Louisiana, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Lafayette - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lafayette, Louisiana, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Lafayette during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.
• Lake Charles - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lake Charles, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Lake Charles?
• Kenner - March »
  When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Kenner? The onset of March in Kenner marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C) in February to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C).
• Bossier City - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Bossier City and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Bossier City?
• Monroe - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Monroe and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. March is the last month it regularly snows in Monroe, Louisiana.
• Alexandria - March »
  In Alexandria snow does not fall in March through November. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Alexandria?
• Houma - March »
  When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Houma? What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Houma?
• New Iberia - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in New Iberia and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in New Iberia?
• Slidell - March »
  In Slidell in March, during 13 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Certainly, March weather in Slidell, Louisiana is characterized by its oscillation between mild sunny days and light spring showers.