March weather forecastOpelousas, LA
March
Weather in March
March heralds the advent of Spring in Opelousas, Louisiana, a time when the city comes alive with blossoming flora and an uptick in outdoor activities. One of the salient features of March is its longer daylight hours, offering residents ample time to enjoy the rising spring temperatures. A moderate average rainfall of 0.63" (16mm) over 10.5 days makes it neither too dry nor wet, but just right for the spring blooms. With the highest temperature escalating to a comfortable 70.5°F (21.4°C), it is the first time in the year Opelousas starts experiencing genuinely warm days. As the temperature curve continues its steep ascent, the city prepares itself for the hotter months right ahead.Temperature
With the onset of March, Opelousas experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C) in February to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 52.7°F (11.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 81%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are February and March Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:27 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 7h.UV index
In Opelousas, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Opelousas, LA
- Average high temperature in March: 70.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 52.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Opelousas, 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
Opelousas, LA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Opelousas, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Opelousas, LA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.63"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Opelousas, LA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Opelousas, LA
- Average snowfall in March: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Opelousas, LA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Opelousas, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Opelousas, LA
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Opelousas, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Opelousas, LA
- Average cloud cover in March: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Opelousas, LA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
