March weather forecast
Gentilly Terrace, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a pleasant month in Gentilly Terrace, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C) to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). In March, the temperature drops to an average of 58.3°F (14.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.6 rainfall days, and 44.25" (1124mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:18 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 7.9h.

UV index

In Gentilly Terrace, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during March translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

Gentilly Terrace in March has an average high-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Gentilly Terrace, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Gentilly Terrace, 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 Gentilly Terrace have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average temperature in March - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 58.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (79.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).

Average pressure in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average pressure in March - Gentilly Terrace, 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 and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average wind speed in March - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average humidity in March - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average rainfall in March - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average UV index in March - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average visibility in March - Gentilly Terrace, 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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