March weather forecast
Marion, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Marion, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's moderate 57°F (13.9°C) to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Marion's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Marion is 80%.

Rainfall

In Marion, Louisiana, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Marion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Marion, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:28 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 in Marion is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in March transforms into this advice:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, in Marion, the average high-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C).

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 14.8 days. Throughout March, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through November are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Marion have in March?

In Marion, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Marion, 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 Marion have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading 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
Marion, LA

Average temperature in March - Marion, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Marion, LA

Average pressure in March - Marion, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Marion, LA

Average wind speed in March - Marion, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Marion, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Marion, LA

Average rainfall in March - Marion, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Marion, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Marion, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Marion, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Marion, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Marion, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Marion, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Marion, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Marion, LA

Average UV index in March - Marion, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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
Marion, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Marion, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Marion, LA

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

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

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