March weather forecast
Ponchatoula, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ponchatoula, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Ponchatoula's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in February to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). During March, the temperature in Ponchatoula tends to dip to an average of 53.2°F (11.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ponchatoula, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ponchatoula, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Ponchatoula, Louisiana, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:20 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Ponchatoula?

The high-temperature in Ponchatoula during March is 71.2°F (21.8°C) and the low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ponchatoula?

The average relative humidity in March in Ponchatoula is 78%.

How much does it rain in Ponchatoula in March?

In Ponchatoula, Louisiana, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ponchatoula?

February through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Ponchatoula have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ponchatoula?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Ponchatoula have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Ponchatoula?

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

Average temperature in March - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.2°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 (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ponchatoula, LA

Average pressure in March - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Ponchatoula, LA

Average wind speed in March - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ponchatoula, LA

Average humidity in March - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ponchatoula, LA

Average rainfall in March - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ponchatoula, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ponchatoula, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (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
Ponchatoula, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ponchatoula, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ponchatoula, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ponchatoula, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Ponchatoula, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Ponchatoula, LA

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

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

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