March weather forecast
Forest Home, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Forest Home, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Forest Home's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a still refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). Forest Home's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In Forest Home, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Forest Home, in March, during 15.2 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Forest Home, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.8 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) 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, Forest Home aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.1 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:28 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 6.5h.

UV index

In Forest Home, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. 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. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

During March, Forest Home experiences an average high-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Forest Home?

In Forest Home, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Forest Home have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Forest Home, LA

Average temperature in March - Forest Home, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Forest Home, LA

Average pressure in March - Forest Home, 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
Forest Home, LA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Forest Home, LA

Average humidity in March - Forest Home, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

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

Average rainfall in March
Forest Home, LA

Average rainfall in March - Forest Home, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Forest Home, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Forest Home, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Forest Home, LA

Average snowfall in March - Forest Home, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Forest Home, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Forest Home, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Forest Home, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Forest Home, LA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Forest Home, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Forest Home, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Forest Home, LA

Average UV index in March - Forest Home, 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
Forest Home, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Forest Home, 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 June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Forest Home, LA

Average visibility in March - Forest Home, 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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