Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C) in February to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). Metairie experiences an average nighttime temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) in the month of March.Humidity
In Metairie, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:19 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 7.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Metairie in March?
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What is the average length of the day in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
How many hours of sunshine does Metairie have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March?
Average temperature in March
Metairie, LA
- Average high temperature in March: 70.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 57.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Metairie, LA
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Metairie, LA
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Metairie, LA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Metairie, LA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.39").
Average rainfall days in March
Metairie, LA
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Metairie, 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: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Metairie, LA
- Average sunshine days in March: 21.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Metairie, 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 month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Metairie, 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
Metairie, 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).
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