March weather forecastColumbia, MS
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Columbia, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70°F (21.1°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).Temperature
The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C) in February to an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C). Throughout March, Columbia witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 50.5°F (10.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Columbia is 78%.Rainfall
In Columbia, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.7 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Columbia. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Columbia aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.5 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Columbia is 12h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 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 Columbia, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Columbia is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Columbia, MS
- Average high temperature in March: 70°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 50.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Columbia, MS
- 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).
Average wind speed in March
Columbia, MS
- Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Columbia, MS
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Columbia, MS
- Average rainfall in March: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").
Average rainfall days in March
Columbia, MS
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Columbia, MS
- Average snowfall in March: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Columbia, MS
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Columbia, MS
- 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Columbia, MS
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Columbia, MS
- 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
Columbia, MS
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Columbia, MS
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
