March weather forecast
Benton, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Benton, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) in February to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). An average low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) is noted during the nights in March.

Humidity

In Benton, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Benton, during March, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.1 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Benton. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Benton aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Benton, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.4 days and aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Benton, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Benton, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:34 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 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in March transforms into this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Benton in March?

The high-temperature during March is 66.7°F (19.3°C) and the low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Benton, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Benton in March?

In Benton, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Benton aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Benton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Benton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Benton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Benton, LA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Benton, LA

Average pressure in March - Benton, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Benton, LA

Average wind speed in March - Benton, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Benton, LA

Average humidity in March - Benton, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Benton, LA

Average rainfall in March - Benton, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in March
Benton, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Benton, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Benton, LA

Average snowfall in March - Benton, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Benton, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Benton, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Benton, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Benton, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Benton, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Benton, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Benton, LA

Average UV index in March - Benton, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Benton, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Benton, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Benton, LA

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

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

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