March weather forecast
Gonzales, LA

Share

Weather in March

With the arrival of March, Gonzales, Louisiana fully welcomes the spring season. The city experiences a notable increase in average maximum temperature to reach 71.8°F (22.1°C). Longer periods of sunshine grace the city, allowing residents to enjoy the outdoors considerably more than in previous months. Nonetheless, rainfalls during this time are relatively modest, neither severe nor negligible, maintaining balance in the natural ecosystem. Concurrently, lighter winds prevail throughout March, enhancing the mildness and comfort of the spring season.

Temperature

The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C) in February to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). Throughout March nights, Gonzales registers an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

March and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of rain.

Snowfall

In Gonzales, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Gonzales is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Gonzales, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:22 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

In Gonzales, the average sunshine in March is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Gonzales is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Gonzales?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gonzales, Louisiana, are 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 53.6°F (12°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Gonzales?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

What is the driest month in Gonzales?

The months with the least rainfall are March and November Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Gonzales in March?

In Gonzales, in March, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gonzales?

February through December are months without snowfall in Gonzales, Louisiana.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Gonzales?

On the first day of March in Gonzales, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Gonzales?

In Gonzales, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Gonzales, LA

Average temperature in March - Gonzales, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.5°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in March
Gonzales, LA

Average pressure in March - Gonzales, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in March
Gonzales, LA

Average wind speed in March - Gonzales, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in March
Gonzales, LA

Average humidity in March - Gonzales, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in March
Gonzales, LA

Average rainfall in March - Gonzales, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (0.98").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in March
Gonzales, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Gonzales, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in March
Gonzales, LA

Average snowfall in March - Gonzales, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in March
Gonzales, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Gonzales, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gonzales, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in March
Gonzales, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Gonzales, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in March
Gonzales, LA

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

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

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in March
Gonzales, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Gonzales, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

[Resources]

Average visibility in March
Gonzales, LA

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

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

[Resources]

Gonzales, Louisiana, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location