March weather forecast
Leighton, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Leighton, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

March witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C) in February to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Leighton is 77%.

Rainfall

In Leighton, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.9 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Leighton, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

In Leighton, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:21 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 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during March translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Leighton, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) 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?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Leighton, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Leighton, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 55.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Leighton, LA

Average pressure in March - Leighton, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Leighton, LA

Average wind speed in March - Leighton, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Leighton, LA

Average humidity in March - Leighton, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Leighton, LA

Average rainfall in March - Leighton, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Leighton, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Leighton, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Leighton, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Leighton, 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 February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Leighton, 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: 8h and 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Leighton, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Leighton, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Leighton, LA

Average UV index in March - Leighton, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Leighton, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Leighton, 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
Leighton, LA

Average visibility in March - Leighton, 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).

Leighton, Louisiana, USA

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