March weather forecast
Jefferson, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Jefferson, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and an average low of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a refreshing 64.4°F (18°C) in February to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). Throughout the month of March, Jefferson reports a steady low-temperature average of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall in Jefferson. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Jefferson, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:19 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Jefferson, records 70.7°F (21.5°C), while the low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the driest month?

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Jefferson, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Jefferson 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 6:25 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Jefferson, 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 Jefferson, Louisiana, is 7.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Jefferson, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Jefferson, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Jefferson, LA

Average wind speed in March - Jefferson, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Jefferson, LA

Average humidity in March - Jefferson, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Jefferson, LA

Average rainfall in March - Jefferson, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Jefferson, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Jefferson, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jefferson, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Jefferson, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Jefferson, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Jefferson, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Jefferson, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Jefferson, 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 24).

Average visibility in March
Jefferson, LA

Average visibility in March - Jefferson, 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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