March weather forecastRidgeland, MS
March
Weather in March
Moving into March, Ridgeland experiences a surge in warm temperatures, signaling the spring season's full bloom. The city anticipates an average high temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) seeing a significant leap from February. March also presents slightly more rainy days than the previous month contributing to the coupled lush green scenery and vibrant wildflowers. Longer days accompanied by increased sunlight hours make outdoor activities more attractive. However, the wind speed drops a notch to an average of 7.8mph (12.6km/h), adding comfort to the balmy days ahead.Temperature
In Ridgeland, the average high-temperature in March slightly rises, from 59.4°F (15.2°C) in February, to a still refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). Ridgeland observes an average low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) during March nights.Humidity
In Ridgeland, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. 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.Daylight
In Ridgeland, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 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 March, the average sunshine is 7h.UV index
In Ridgeland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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
Ridgeland, 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).
