March weather forecast
Plains, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plains, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.3°F (11.3°C) and max 71.1°F (21.7°C).

Temperature

Plains's March weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C) in February to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C). Throughout March, Plains records an average temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In Plains, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Plains, in March, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175 rainfall days, and 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Plains, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:23 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 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, in Plains, the average high-temperature is 71.1°F (21.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Plains, in March, during 13.4 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall in Plains.

How many hours of daylight does Plains have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:23 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Plains, LA

Average temperature in March - Plains, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Plains, LA

Average pressure in March - Plains, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Plains, LA

Average wind speed in March - Plains, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Plains, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Plains, LA

Average rainfall in March - Plains, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Plains, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Plains, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plains, LA

Average snowfall in March - Plains, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Plains, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Plains, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Plains, LA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plains, LA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Plains, LA

Average UV index in March - Plains, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Plains, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Plains, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Plains, LA

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

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

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