March weather forecast
Delta, LA

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Weather in March

As Delta, Louisiana, ushers in the spring, there is a noticeable shift in weather patterns. March brings longer daylight hours of around 12 hours, offering ample sunshine that starts to warm up the city. The mercury rises rapidly from the lows of winter, bringing in a comfortable zone of temperatures. Rain is a regular occurrence, keeping the city lush and aiding in blooming flora. The distinct absence of snowfall in March underlines the move away from winter, marking spring's full arrival in April.

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C) to a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C). Delta's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Delta, in March, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.7 rainfall days, and 38.82" (986mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Delta aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.6 snowfall days, and 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Delta, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Delta, Louisiana, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Delta is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C) and a low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Delta, Louisiana, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) 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, Delta aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Delta have 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 6:30 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Delta, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Delta?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Delta, LA

Average temperature in March - Delta, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Delta, LA

Average pressure in March - Delta, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Delta, LA

Average wind speed in March - Delta, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Delta, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Delta, LA

Average rainfall in March - Delta, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Delta, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Delta, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Delta, LA

Average snowfall in March - Delta, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Delta, LA

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Delta, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Delta, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Delta, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Delta, LA

Average UV index in March - Delta, 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
Delta, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Delta, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Delta, LA

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

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

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