March weather forecast
Shreveport, LA

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Shreveport, Louisiana viewed from the Red River across the bridge
Shreveport, Louisiana viewed from the Red River across the bridge

Weather in March

March in Shreveport witnesses the inception of spring, resulting in a significant rise in temperatures. The city experiences an increase in daylight hours, promoting more outdoor activities. The arrival of the equinox signals longer, warmer days as Shreveport transitions from winter. The average rainfall amounts to 1.06" (27mm) with approximately 9.6 days of rain. Towards the end of March, the weather inevitably becomes warmer, serving as a preamble to the heat of April.

Temperature

The start of March in Shreveport brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a still refreshing 67.5°F (19.7°C). Nighttime temperatures in Shreveport consistently average a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Shreveport, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shreveport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 11.54" (293mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Shreveport.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Shreveport, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Shreveport, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Shreveport, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Shreveport?

March temperatures in Shreveport, Louisiana, vary between a high-temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shreveport?

The average relative humidity in March in Shreveport, Louisiana, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Shreveport in March?

In Shreveport, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shreveport?

In Shreveport, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Shreveport in March?

In March, in Shreveport, Louisiana, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

The average day length in March in Shreveport is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Shreveport?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Shreveport, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Shreveport, Louisiana, is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Shreveport?

In Shreveport, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shreveport, LA

Average temperature in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Shreveport, LA

Average pressure in March - Shreveport, 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
Shreveport, LA

Average wind speed in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Shreveport, LA

Average humidity in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

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Average rainfall in March
Shreveport, LA

Average rainfall in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shreveport, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Shreveport, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Shreveport, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Shreveport, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (17.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Shreveport, LA

Average UV index in March - Shreveport, 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
Shreveport, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Shreveport, LA

Average visibility in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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