March weather forecast
Picayune, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Picayune, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.8°F (22.1°C) and min 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C) to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). Picayune experiences an average temperature drop to a cool 53.6°F (12°C) during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Picayune, Mississippi, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Picayune, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.7 days and collects up to 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Picayune.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 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 Picayune, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Picayune is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Picayune in March?

The high-temperature in Picayune, Mississippi, during March is 71.8°F (22.1°C) and the low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Picayune?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Picayune?

In Picayune, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Picayune?

February through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Picayune have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Picayune?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

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

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

In Picayune, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Picayune?

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

Average temperature in March - Picayune, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43°F).

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Average pressure in March
Picayune, MS

Average pressure in March - Picayune, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Picayune, MS

Average wind speed in March - Picayune, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Picayune, MS

Average humidity in March - Picayune, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Picayune, MS

Average rainfall in March - Picayune, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.47").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Picayune, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Picayune, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Picayune, MS

Average snowfall in March - Picayune, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Picayune, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Picayune, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Picayune, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Picayune, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Picayune, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Picayune, MS

Average UV index in March - Picayune, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Picayune, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Picayune, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Picayune, MS

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

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

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