March weather forecast
Hammond, LA

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Weather in March

March transitions Hammond from the chilly winter to the warmth of spring. The arrival of spring is marked by days filled with sunshine, transitioning cloud cover, and increased daylight hours. The higher temperatures, ranging from 53.2°F (11.8°C) to 71.2°F (21.8°C), supports the growth and blossoming of vegetation. Following the snowless February, March continues this trend with no recorded snowfall. The city dons a green robe as trees start to leaf out.

Temperature

Hammond's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in February to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). During March, Hammond witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

In Hammond, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hammond, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Hammond is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Hammond, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:20 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 is 7.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in March translates into these instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Hammond?

The high-temperature, in March, in Hammond, is 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hammond?

The average relative humidity in March in Hammond is 78%.

How much does it rain in Hammond in March?

In March, in Hammond, Louisiana, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hammond?

February through November are months without snowfall.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Hammond?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Hammond, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

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 Hammond have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Hammond?

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

Average temperature in March - Hammond, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hammond, LA

Average pressure in March - Hammond, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Hammond, LA

Average wind speed in March - Hammond, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hammond, LA

Average humidity in March - Hammond, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hammond, LA

Average rainfall in March - Hammond, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hammond, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Hammond, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hammond, LA

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

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

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Average snowfall days in March
Hammond, LA

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

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hammond, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hammond, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Hammond, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hammond, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Hammond, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Hammond, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Hammond, LA

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

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

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