March weather forecast
Merlin, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Merlin, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.4°F (21.9°C) and min 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) in February to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). Merlin throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:23 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 7.7h.

UV index

In Merlin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during March leads to these instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Merlin in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Merlin, records 71.4°F (21.9°C), while the low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

What is the driest month?

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Merlin?

In Merlin, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Merlin 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 in Merlin, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:23 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 many hours of sunshine does Merlin have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Merlin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Merlin, LA

Average temperature in March - Merlin, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Merlin, LA

Average pressure in March - Merlin, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Merlin, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Merlin, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Merlin, LA

Average rainfall in March - Merlin, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Merlin, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Merlin, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Merlin, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Merlin, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Merlin, 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, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Merlin, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Merlin, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Merlin, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Merlin, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Merlin, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Merlin, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Merlin, LA

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

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

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