March weather forecast
Plains, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Plains, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average high of 71.1°F (21.7°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's refreshing 63°F (17.2°C) to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). In Plains, the expected average low-temperature for March is a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

In Plains, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175 days and collects up to 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Plains is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Plains, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

In Plains, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during March leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Plains?

Plains in March has an average high-temperature of 71.1°F (21.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plains?

In March, the average relative humidity in Plains, Louisiana, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Plains?

In Plains, Louisiana, during March, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Plains?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Plains?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Plains, Louisiana, is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Plains is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Plains, LA

Average temperature in March - Plains, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°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
Plains, LA

Average pressure in March - Plains, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Plains, LA

Average wind speed in March - Plains, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Plains, LA

Average humidity in March - Plains, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Plains, LA

Average rainfall in March - Plains, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in March
Plains, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Plains, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Plains, LA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.2").
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
Plains, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Plains, 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).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plains, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Plains, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Plains, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Plains, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Plains, LA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Plains, LA

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

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

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