March weather forecast
Athens, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Athens, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.7°F (19.3°C) and min 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in March, with an increase from a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) in February to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Athens, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.7 rainfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Athens, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In Athens, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Athens, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in March transforms into this advice:
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. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature during March is 66.7°F (19.3°C) and the low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Athens, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Athens, during March, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through November are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Athens, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Athens, LA

Average temperature in March - Athens, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Athens, LA

Average pressure in March - Athens, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Athens, LA

Average wind speed in March - Athens, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Athens, LA

Average humidity in March - Athens, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Athens, LA

Average rainfall in March - Athens, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Athens, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Athens, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Athens, LA

Average snowfall in March - Athens, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Athens, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Athens, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 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
Athens, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Athens, LA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Athens, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Athens, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Athens, LA

Average UV index in March - Athens, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Athens, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Athens, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Athens, LA

Average visibility in March - Athens, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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