March weather forecast
Minden, LA

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Weather in March

As March ushers in spring, the weather in Minden sees further amelioration. Compared to February, daylight hours increase to 12 and along with it, a surge in the UV index to 4. Notably, rainfall peaks at 4.06" (103mm), spread over 15.8 days, making this the month with the maximum number of rainy days. The rise in temperature and humidity also boosts outdoor activities, as the city thaws out from the cooler winter months. Wind conditions remain stable, ensuring tranquil skies over Minden.

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks March, adjusting from February's refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). In Minden, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Minden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162 days and collects up to 39.37" (1000mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Minden aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.3 snowfall days, and 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:32 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 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in March translates into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Minden, 66.7°F (19.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 48.9°F (9.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Minden, in March, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Minden?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Minden aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Minden have in March?

In Minden, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Minden, LA

Average temperature in March - Minden, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.9°F

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

Average pressure in March
Minden, LA

Average pressure in March - Minden, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Minden, LA

Average wind speed in March - Minden, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Minden, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Minden, LA

Average rainfall in March - Minden, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in March
Minden, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Minden, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Minden, LA

Average snowfall in March - Minden, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Minden, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Minden, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 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
Minden, LA

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Minden, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Minden, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Minden, LA

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

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
Minden, LA

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

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

Average visibility in March
Minden, LA

Average visibility in March - Minden, 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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