March weather forecast
Pelican, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pelican, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and an average low of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a moderate 59°F (15°C) in February to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

In Pelican, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, in Pelican, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.3 rainfall days, and 37.09" (942mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, September and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Pelican. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Pelican aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pelican, there are 2.2 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Pelican is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:33 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 Pelican, Louisiana, is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pelican in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Pelican, is 68.4°F (20.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pelican?

In March, the average relative humidity in Pelican, Louisiana, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Pelican?

In March, in Pelican, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Pelican?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Pelican aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Pelican?

On the first day of March in Pelican, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Pelican, Louisiana, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Pelican?

In Pelican, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pelican, LA

Average temperature in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Pelican, LA

Average pressure in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Pelican, LA

Average wind speed in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Pelican, LA

Average humidity in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pelican, LA

Average rainfall in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
Pelican, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Pelican, LA

Average snowfall in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Pelican, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pelican, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Pelican, LA

Average UV index in March - Pelican, 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
Pelican, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Pelican, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Pelican, LA

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

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

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