March weather forecastHouma, LA
March
Weather in March
March sees a significant rise in temperature, reaching up to 72.1°F (22.3°C), a clear indication of impending spring. The abundance of daylight hours increases as the winter months recede, paving the way for spring bloom. The city starts warming up, but the cool breezy winds and the slight humidity manage to balance the warm weather. Showers during this month are a sight to behold as they sporadically sprinkle across the city. March brings back the typical Southern charm to Houma as the plants begin to show signs of new growth.Temperature
Entering March, Houma notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). Throughout the March nights, Houma encounters a low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Houma, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Houma, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:21 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 March, the average sunshine is 8.1h.UV index
In Houma, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Houma, LA
- Average high temperature in March: 72.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 57.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Houma, LA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Houma, LA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Houma, LA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Houma, LA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.71").
Average rainfall days in March
Houma, LA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.2 days).
Average snowfall days in March
Houma, LA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Houma, LA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Houma, LA
- Average sunshine days in March: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (8.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Houma, 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 4).
Average cloud cover in March
Houma, LA
- Average cloud cover in March: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in March
Houma, LA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
