March weather forecast
Houma, LA

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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

The commencement of March in Houma sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) in February to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). March is noted for a mean low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).

Humidity

In Houma, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall in Houma, Louisiana. 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, 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

The average sunshine in March is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Houma is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Houma in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Houma, is 72.1°F (22.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Houma?

In Houma, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

What is the driest month in Houma?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 10.4 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Houma in March?

In March, in Houma, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Houma?

In Houma, Louisiana, snow does not fall in February through December.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Houma?

On the first day of March in Houma, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Houma?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Houma is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Houma, LA

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).

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Average pressure in March
Houma, LA

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Houma, LA

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).

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Average humidity in March
Houma, LA

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Houma, LA

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Houma, LA

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).

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Average snowfall days in March
Houma, LA

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).

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

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Houma, LA

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).

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Average UV index in March
Houma, LA

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Houma, LA

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).

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Average visibility in March
Houma, LA

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).

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