March weather forecast
New Iberia, LA

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Weather in March

As New Iberia slowly waves goodbye to the mild winter chills, March brings warmer temperatures. The city bathes under sunlight for an average 7.3 hours a day, a marked increase from February. With a UV index of 5, residents welcome the spring season with a calibrated exposure to the Sun. Rainfall sees a slight drop as against the previous month, with fewer showers. The city experiences an average wind speed of 8.1mph (13km/h), making this month relatively calm.

Temperature

As New Iberia transitions into March, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) in February to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C). During March, the temperature is averaged to a low of 55°F (12.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:25 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 New Iberia, the average sunshine in March is 7.3h.

UV index

In New Iberia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, in New Iberia, the average high-temperature is 70.9°F (21.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In New Iberia, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall in New Iberia.

How many hours of daylight does New Iberia have in March?

In New Iberia, 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 6:32 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:25 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 New Iberia have in March?

In New Iberia, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
New Iberia, LA

Average temperature in March - New Iberia, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.6°F).

Average pressure in March
New Iberia, LA

Average pressure in March - New Iberia, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
New Iberia, LA

Average wind speed in March - New Iberia, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
New Iberia, LA

Average humidity in March - New Iberia, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
New Iberia, LA

Average rainfall in March - New Iberia, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
New Iberia, LA

Average rainfall days in March - New Iberia, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall days in March
New Iberia, LA

Average snowfall days in March - New Iberia, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
New Iberia, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Iberia, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Iberia, LA

Average sunshine days in March - New Iberia, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
New Iberia, LA

Average UV index in March - New Iberia, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
New Iberia, LA

Average cloud cover in March - New Iberia, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
New Iberia, LA

Average visibility in March - New Iberia, 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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