March weather forecast
Natchitoches, LA

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Night neon light rays fall on the ancient building that holds the Minor Basilica in Natchitoches, Louisiana
Night neon light rays fall on the ancient building that holds the Minor Basilica in Natchitoches, Louisiana

Weather in March

March in Natchitoches, Louisiana, typically represents a significant turn in weather, as winter gives way to spring. A noticeable increase in high temperatures to 68.7°F (20.4°C) solidifies the change of seasons. Additionally, this shift enables a more generous stretch of daylight, reaching an average of 12 hours per day. Surprisingly, even with a rise in temperatures and daylight, rainfall also escalates, resulting in more rainy days. As April approaches, the escalation of spring's attributes unwraps further, promising even warmer temperatures and prolonged daylight.

Temperature

As Natchitoches transitions into March, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in February to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Natchitoches, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Natchitoches, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) 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, Natchitoches aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.7 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.7h.

UV index

In Natchitoches, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

During March, Natchitoches experiences an average high-temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Natchitoches, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Natchitoches?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Natchitoches. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Natchitoches aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Natchitoches have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Natchitoches?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.5°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 (39.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Natchitoches, LA

Average pressure in March - Natchitoches, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Natchitoches, LA

Average wind speed in March - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Natchitoches, LA

Average humidity in March - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Natchitoches, LA

Average rainfall in March - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Natchitoches, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Natchitoches, LA

Average snowfall in March - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Natchitoches, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Natchitoches, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Natchitoches, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Natchitoches, LA

Average UV index in March - Natchitoches, 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
Natchitoches, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Natchitoches, LA

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

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

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