March weather forecastMadison, MS
March
Weather in March
March brings a clearer sky and the onset of spring to Madison, Mississippi. The trend of increasing temperatures continues, with the month being significantly warmer compared to February. Both the day and night temperatures see an uptick. Beware of the wind speeds as they tend to pick up a bit compared to the preceding month. Despite the warming trend, one must keep outdoor plans flexible, as rainfall remains a distinct possibility.Temperature
The coming of March brings a minor shift in Madison's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Madison's temperature in March lowers to a consistent average of 49.3°F (9.6°C) during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Madison, Mississippi, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Madison.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Madison is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Madison, the average sunshine in March is 7h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during March morphs into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Madison, MS
- Average high temperature in March: 67.6°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 49.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Madison, MS
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"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).
Average wind speed in March
Madison, MS
- Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Madison, MS
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Madison, MS
- Average rainfall in March: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").
Average rainfall days in March
Madison, MS
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Madison, MS
- Average snowfall in March: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Madison, MS
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Madison, MS
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Madison, MS
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Madison, 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
Madison, MS
- Average cloud cover in March: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Madison, MS
- 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).
