March weather forecast
Shannon, MS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Shannon, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average high of 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). An average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) is observed during March nights in Shannon.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Shannon, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shannon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.2 days and collects up to 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shannon are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Shannon aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Shannon, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.2 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Shannon, Mississippi, is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Shannon, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Shannon, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Shannon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shannon in March?

During March, Shannon experiences an average high-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) and a low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shannon?

The average relative humidity in March in Shannon is 79%.

How much does it rain in Shannon in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Shannon?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Shannon, Mississippi. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Shannon aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Shannon?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Shannon?

On the first day of March in Shannon, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Shannon, Mississippi, is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Shannon?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Shannon is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shannon, MS

Average temperature in March - Shannon, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Shannon, MS

Average pressure in March - Shannon, 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
Shannon, MS

Average wind speed in March - Shannon, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

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 (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Shannon, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Shannon, MS

Average rainfall in March - Shannon, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shannon, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Shannon, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Shannon, MS

Average snowfall in March - Shannon, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.43").
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
Shannon, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Shannon, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Shannon, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shannon, MS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Shannon, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Shannon, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Shannon, MS

Average UV index in March - Shannon, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Shannon, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Shannon, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Shannon, MS

Average visibility in March - Shannon, 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).

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