March weather forecast
Carthage, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Carthage, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.2°F (19°C) and an average low of 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). In Carthage, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

In Carthage, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Carthage, Mississippi, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.9 rainfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Carthage aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Carthage, Mississippi, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Carthage, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Carthage, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:17 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 in Carthage is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Carthage?

The high-temperature, in March, in Carthage, records 66.2°F (19°C), while the low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Carthage?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Carthage in March?

In Carthage, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Carthage?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Carthage, Mississippi. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Carthage aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carthage have in March?

In Carthage, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Carthage?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

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

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

In Carthage, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Carthage?

In Carthage, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Carthage, MS

Average temperature in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

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Average pressure in March
Carthage, MS

Average pressure in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in March
Carthage, MS

Average wind speed in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Carthage, MS

Average humidity in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Carthage, MS

Average rainfall in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in March
Carthage, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Carthage, MS

Average snowfall in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Carthage, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Carthage, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carthage, MS
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Carthage, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Carthage, MS

Average UV index in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Carthage, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

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

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Average visibility in March
Carthage, MS

Average visibility in March - Carthage, MS
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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