March weather forecastLafayette, LA
March
Weather in March
March brings along warmer temperatures, hinting at an early introduction to spring. This month presents less rainfall compared to previous months with a slight shift from 0.91" (23mm) in February to 0.83" (21mm). Daylight stretches out as nature springs back to life, making this period ideal for outdoor activities. Touches of fresh green enhance the city’s radiance, presenting breathtaking scenery. This makes March a perfect blend of comfortable weather, longer daylight periods, and scenic landscapes.Temperature
A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in February to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). In March, Lafayette records an average nighttime temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Lafayette, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.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 March, in Lafayette, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Lafayette, the average sunshine in March is 7.3h.UV index
In Lafayette, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Lafayette, LA
- Average high temperature in March: 70.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 54.3°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 (44.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Lafayette, LA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Lafayette, LA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Lafayette, LA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Lafayette, LA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.83").
Average rainfall days in March
Lafayette, LA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall days in March
Lafayette, 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
Lafayette, 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 18min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Lafayette, LA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).
Average UV index in March
Lafayette, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Lafayette, LA
- Average cloud cover in March: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in March
Lafayette, 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).
