March weather forecast
Dolsen, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Dolsen, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) in February to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). Dolsen records an average nighttime low of 55.4°F (13°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dolsen, Louisiana, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174 rainfall days, and 34.76" (883mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Dolsen, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:20 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 7.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 55.4°F (13°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Dolsen, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dolsen?

In Dolsen, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Dolsen, Louisiana, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Dolsen have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Dolsen?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:20 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 many hours of sunshine does Dolsen have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Dolsen, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 55.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in March
Dolsen, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dolsen, LA

Average wind speed in March - Dolsen, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Dolsen, LA

Average humidity in March - Dolsen, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Dolsen, LA

Average rainfall in March - Dolsen, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Dolsen, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Dolsen, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dolsen, LA

Average snowfall in March - Dolsen, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dolsen, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Dolsen, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dolsen, 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: 7h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Dolsen, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Dolsen, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in March
Dolsen, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Dolsen, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Dolsen, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Dolsen, LA

Average visibility in March - Dolsen, 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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