March weather forecast
Independence, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a pleasant month in Independence, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.9°F (21.6°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in February to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C). Independence records a consistent low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Independence, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Independence, in March, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.5 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
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.
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 7.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Independence in March?

In Independence, in March, the average high-temperature is 70.9°F (21.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Independence in March?

In Independence, in March, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day 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 6:27 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 in Independence, 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 in Independence is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Independence, LA

Average temperature in March - Independence, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Independence, LA

Average pressure in March - Independence, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Independence, LA

Average wind speed in March - Independence, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Independence, LA

Average humidity in March - Independence, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Independence, LA

Average rainfall in March - Independence, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Independence, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Independence, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Independence, LA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Independence, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Independence, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Independence, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Independence, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Independence, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Independence, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Independence, LA

Average visibility in March - Independence, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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