March weather forecast
Plaquemine, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Plaquemine, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.4°F (21.9°C) and min 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C) to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). Nighttime temperature in Plaquemine dips to a mean of 53.8°F (12.1°C) during March.

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 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Plaquemine, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plaquemine in March?

The high-temperature during March is 71.4°F (21.9°C) and the low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plaquemine?

The average relative humidity in March 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 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 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 in Plaquemine, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Plaquemine, LA

Average temperature in March - Plaquemine, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Plaquemine, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Plaquemine, LA

Average wind speed in March - Plaquemine, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Plaquemine, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Plaquemine, LA

Average rainfall in March - Plaquemine, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Plaquemine, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Plaquemine, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plaquemine, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plaquemine, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Plaquemine, 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 February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plaquemine, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Plaquemine, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Plaquemine, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Plaquemine, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Plaquemine, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Plaquemine, LA

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

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

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