March weather forecast
Cottonport, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cottonport, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.4°F (20.8°C) and an average low of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C) to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). An average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) is noted in Cottonport, Louisiana, during the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Cottonport is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cottonport, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160 rainfall days, and 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cottonport are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Cottonport aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Cottonport, Louisiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.2 days and aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Cottonport is 6.8h.

UV index

In Cottonport, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cottonport in March?

The high-temperature during March is 69.4°F (20.8°C) and the low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cottonport?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in Cottonport in March?

In Cottonport, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cottonport?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Cottonport aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cottonport?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Cottonport, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Cottonport, Louisiana, is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Cottonport?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cottonport is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cottonport, LA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cottonport, LA

Average pressure in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Cottonport, LA

Average wind speed in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cottonport, LA

Average humidity in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

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
Cottonport, LA

Average rainfall in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cottonport, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cottonport, LA

Average snowfall in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
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
Cottonport, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cottonport, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cottonport, LA

Average UV index in March - Cottonport, 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
Cottonport, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Cottonport, LA

Average visibility in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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