March weather forecast
Melville, LA

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Weather in March

March sees a definitive move towards spring in Melville. The improved weather conditions, compared to the preceding months, bring greater opportunities to spend time outdoors. The rainfall remains consistent at 2.8" (71mm), only slightly higher than February. March entertains an increase in daylight and temperatures, a prelude to the warmer months ahead. With an uptick in UV index to 5, remember to get out the sunblock and sunglasses.

Temperature

March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C). March brings Melville a consistent average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Melville, in March, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182 rainfall days, and 39.09" (993mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Melville, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during March leads to these advisories:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

During March, Melville experiences an average high-temperature of 70°F (21.1°C) and a low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Melville, in March, during 14.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Melville have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:25 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. 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
Melville, LA

Average temperature in March - Melville, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Melville, LA

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Melville, LA

Average wind speed in March - Melville, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Melville, LA

Average humidity in March - Melville, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Melville, LA

Average rainfall in March - Melville, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Melville, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Melville, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Melville, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (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
Melville, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Melville, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Melville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Melville, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Melville, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Melville, LA

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

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
Melville, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Melville, LA

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

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

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