March weather forecast
Plain Dealing, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plain Dealing, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.8°F (8.8°C) and max 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

Plain Dealing's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in February to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Plain Dealing, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation. In Plain Dealing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Plain Dealing aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Plain Dealing, during the entire year, snow falls for 3 days and aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Plain Dealing, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:34 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 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Plain Dealing is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Plain Dealing, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Plain Dealing aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Plain Dealing?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average temperature in March - Plain Dealing, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.8°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 (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average pressure in March - Plain Dealing, 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
Plain Dealing, LA

Average wind speed in March - Plain Dealing, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average humidity in March - Plain Dealing, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average rainfall in March - Plain Dealing, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Plain Dealing, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average snowfall in March - Plain Dealing, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Plain Dealing, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Plain Dealing, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plain Dealing, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Plain Dealing, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average UV index in March - Plain Dealing, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Plain Dealing, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Plain Dealing, LA

Average visibility in March - Plain Dealing, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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