March weather forecast
Colfax, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a pleasant month in Colfax, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

Colfax's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C) in February to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). In Colfax, the March nights cool down to an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Colfax is 80%.

Rainfall

In Colfax, Louisiana, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Colfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.5 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Colfax are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Colfax aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Colfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.5 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Colfax is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Colfax, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Colfax is 6.7h.

UV index

In Colfax, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in March leads to these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Colfax in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Colfax, is 69.4°F (20.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Colfax?

In Colfax, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Colfax in March?

In Colfax, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Colfax?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Colfax, Louisiana. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Colfax aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Colfax?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Colfax, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Colfax, Louisiana, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Colfax have in March?

In Colfax, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Colfax?

In Colfax, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Colfax, LA

Average temperature in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Colfax, LA

Average pressure in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Colfax, LA

Average wind speed in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Colfax, LA

Average humidity in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Colfax, LA

Average rainfall in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in March
Colfax, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Colfax, LA

Average snowfall in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Colfax, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Colfax, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Colfax, LA
  • 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Colfax, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Colfax, LA

Average UV index in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Colfax, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Colfax, LA

Average visibility in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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