March weather forecast
Basile, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a pleasant month in Basile, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 53.2°F (11.8°C) and max 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C) to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). Throughout the month of March, Basile reports a steady low-temperature average of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Basile, in March, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Basile, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Basile, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Basile, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Basile, is 70.3°F (21.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Basile, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Basile, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Basile, LA

Average temperature in March - Basile, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Basile, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Basile, LA

Average wind speed in March - Basile, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Basile, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Basile, LA

Average rainfall in March - Basile, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Basile, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Basile, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Basile, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Basile, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Basile, LA
  • 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, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Basile, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Basile, LA
  • 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Basile, LA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Basile, LA

Average UV index in March - Basile, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Basile, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Basile, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Basile, LA

Average visibility in March - Basile, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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