March weather forecast
Castor, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Castor, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and an average low of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C) to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). During March, Castor's temperature averages to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout March, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Castor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 39.17" (995mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Castor. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Castor aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Castor, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.2 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:32 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 in Castor is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Castor, 67.3°F (19.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 49.1°F (9.5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in Castor in March?

In Castor, in March, during 15.6 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Castor aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Castor have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Castor, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Castor, LA

Average temperature in March - Castor, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Castor, LA

Average pressure in March - Castor, 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
Castor, LA

Average wind speed in March - Castor, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Castor, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Castor, LA

Average rainfall in March - Castor, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in March
Castor, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Castor, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Castor, LA

Average snowfall in March - Castor, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Castor, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 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
Castor, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Castor, LA
  • 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Castor, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Castor, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Castor, LA

Average UV index in March - Castor, 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
Castor, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Castor, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Castor, LA

Average visibility in March - Castor, 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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