March weather forecast
Forest Park, LA

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

Forest Park's weather in March shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from February's refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). During March nights, Forest Park records an average temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Forest Park, in March, during 15.2 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 Park 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 Forest Park, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Forest Park, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature during March is 66.4°F (19.1°C) and the low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Forest Park, during March, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Forest Park have in March?

In Forest Park, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Forest Park?

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

Average temperature in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

Average pressure in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

Average wind speed in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

Average humidity in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

Average rainfall in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

Average snowfall in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

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

Average cloud cover in March - Forest Park, 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 Park, LA

Average visibility in March - Forest Park, 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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