March weather forecast
Merrydale, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a pleasant month in Merrydale, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.5°F (11.4°C) and max 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in March, edging from an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C) in February to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 52.5°F (11.4°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Merrydale, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Merrydale, 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 in Merrydale, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature during March is 71.2°F (21.8°C) and the low-temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Merrydale, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Merrydale?

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

How many hours of daylight does Merrydale have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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 Merrydale have in March?

In Merrydale, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Merrydale?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Merrydale is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Merrydale, LA

Average temperature in March - Merrydale, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Merrydale, LA

Average pressure in March - Merrydale, 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
Merrydale, LA

Average wind speed in March - Merrydale, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Merrydale, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Merrydale, LA

Average rainfall in March - Merrydale, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Merrydale, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Merrydale, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Merrydale, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Merrydale, LA

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Merrydale, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Merrydale, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Merrydale, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Merrydale, LA

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

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
Merrydale, LA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Merrydale, LA

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

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

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