March weather forecast
Helena, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Helena, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 67.6°F (19.8°C) and min 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C) to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Helena records an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Helena, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Helena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Helena aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Helena, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:24 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 6.9h.

UV index

In Helena, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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 maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout March, 3.27" (83mm) 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, Helena aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Helena have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Helena have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Helena, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Helena, LA

Average temperature in March - Helena, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Helena, LA

Average pressure in March - Helena, 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
Helena, LA

Average wind speed in March - Helena, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Helena, LA

Average humidity in March - Helena, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Helena, LA

Average rainfall in March - Helena, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Helena, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Helena, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Helena, LA

Average snowfall in March - Helena, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Helena, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Helena, 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, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Helena, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Helena, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Helena, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Helena, LA

Average UV index in March - Helena, 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
Helena, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Helena, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Helena, LA

Average visibility in March - Helena, 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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