March weather forecastSterlington, LA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Sterlington, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C).Temperature
The onset of March marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) in February to a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C). During the nights in March, Sterlington experiences a consistent average temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sterlington, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Sterlington, Louisiana. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Sterlington aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sterlington, there are 2.1 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Sterlington, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:28 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 is 6.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 in March translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sterlington, LA
- Average high temperature in March: 66.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Sterlington, LA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Sterlington, LA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Sterlington, LA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Sterlington, LA
- Average rainfall in March: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in March
Sterlington, LA
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Sterlington, LA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Sterlington, 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, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sterlington, 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 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Sterlington, LA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Sterlington, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Sterlington, 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 June and October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Sterlington, 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).
