March weather forecast
Southport, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Southport, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's refreshing 64.4°F (18°C) to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). Southport, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

In Southport, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Southport is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Southport, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Southport, Louisiana, the average sunshine in March is 7.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Southport?

Southport in March has an average high-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Southport?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the driest month in Southport?

March is the month with the least rainfall in Southport, Louisiana. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Southport?

In Southport, Louisiana, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Southport have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Southport?

On the first day of March in Southport, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Southport?

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

Average temperature in March - Southport, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Southport, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Southport, LA

Average wind speed in March - Southport, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Southport, LA

Average humidity in March - Southport, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Southport, LA

Average rainfall in March - Southport, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Southport, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Southport, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Southport, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Southport, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Southport, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Southport, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Southport, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in March
Southport, LA

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

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

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