March weather forecast
Melville, LA

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Weather in March

March sees a definitive move towards spring in Melville. The improved weather conditions, compared to the preceding months, bring greater opportunities to spend time outdoors. The rainfall remains consistent at 2.8" (71mm), only slightly higher than February. March entertains an increase in daylight and temperatures, a prelude to the warmer months ahead. With an uptick in UV index to 5, remember to get out the sunblock and sunglasses.

Temperature

As Melville, Louisiana, enters March, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) of February to a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C). The average temperature in Melville drops to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) during the night in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Melville is 81%.

Rainfall

In Melville, Louisiana, in March, during 14.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Melville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182 days and collects up to 39.09" (993mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Melville, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Melville, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:25 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 in Melville is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Melville is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during March morphs into the following directions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Melville?

In Melville, in March, the average high-temperature is 70°F (21.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Melville?

In Melville, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Melville?

In Melville, Louisiana, in March, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Melville?

In Melville, snow does not fall in February through November.

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

The average day length in March in Melville is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Melville?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Melville, Louisiana, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Melville?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Melville?

In Melville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Melville, LA

Average temperature in March - Melville, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Melville, LA

Average pressure in March - Melville, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in March
Melville, LA

Average wind speed in March - Melville, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Melville, LA

Average humidity in March - Melville, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Melville, LA

Average rainfall in March - Melville, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
Melville, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Melville, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Melville, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
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
Melville, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Melville, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Melville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Melville, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Melville, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Melville, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Melville, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Melville, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Melville, LA

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

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

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