March weather forecast
Cottonport, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Cottonport, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in February to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). March brings an average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) to Cottonport.

Humidity

In Cottonport, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cottonport, during March, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. In Cottonport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160 days and collects up to 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Cottonport aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Cottonport, Louisiana, is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Cottonport, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

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: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Cottonport, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) 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, Cottonport aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cottonport have in March?

In Cottonport, Louisiana, 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 6:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Cottonport, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cottonport, LA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Cottonport, LA

Average pressure in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cottonport, LA

Average wind speed in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Cottonport, LA

Average humidity in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

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

Average rainfall in March
Cottonport, LA

Average rainfall in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Cottonport, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cottonport, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cottonport, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cottonport, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cottonport, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Cottonport, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Cottonport, LA

Average UV index in March - Cottonport, 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
Cottonport, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Cottonport, 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 October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Cottonport, LA

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

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

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