March weather forecast
Rapides, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rapides, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

Rapides experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C) in February to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). During March, Rapides witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rapides, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Rapides, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rapides, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In Rapides, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Rapides, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:29 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 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Rapides, is 69.3°F (20.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rapides?

March through November are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rapides?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Rapides, Louisiana, 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 Rapides have in March?

In Rapides, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Rapides, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 51.1°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 (40.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Rapides, LA

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

Average wind speed in March
Rapides, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Rapides, LA

Average humidity in March - Rapides, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Rapides, LA

Average rainfall in March - Rapides, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Rapides, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Rapides, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rapides, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rapides, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rapides, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rapides, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Rapides, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Rapides, LA

Average UV index in March - Rapides, 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
Rapides, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Rapides, LA

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

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

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