March weather forecast
Colfax, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a pleasant month in Colfax, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C) in February to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 50.7°F (10.4°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Colfax is 80%.

Rainfall

In Colfax, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.5 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Colfax aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.5 snowfall days, and 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 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.
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 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Colfax is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Colfax, is 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Colfax, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Colfax aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Colfax have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Colfax, LA

Average temperature in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.7°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 (39.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Colfax, LA

Average pressure in March - Colfax, 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
Colfax, LA

Average wind speed in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

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

Average humidity in March
Colfax, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Colfax, LA

Average rainfall in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Colfax, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Colfax, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Colfax, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Colfax, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Colfax, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Colfax, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Colfax, LA

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

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
Colfax, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Colfax, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Colfax, LA

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

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

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