March weather forecast
Ridgecrest, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Ridgecrest, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 51.1°F (10.6°C) and max 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Ridgecrest notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C) to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). Ridgecrest throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Humidity

In Ridgecrest, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ridgecrest, in March, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.7 rainfall days, and 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Ridgecrest aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Ridgecrest, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 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

The average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Ridgecrest, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in March translates into these instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Ridgecrest, is 68.2°F (20.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Ridgecrest, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Ridgecrest, in March, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Ridgecrest aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Ridgecrest have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ridgecrest, LA

Average temperature in March - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Ridgecrest, LA

Average pressure in March - Ridgecrest, 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
Ridgecrest, LA

Average wind speed in March - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Ridgecrest, LA

Average humidity in March - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Ridgecrest, LA

Average rainfall in March - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Ridgecrest, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ridgecrest, LA

Average snowfall in March - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ridgecrest, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Ridgecrest, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ridgecrest, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ridgecrest, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Ridgecrest, LA

Average UV index in March - Ridgecrest, 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
Ridgecrest, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Ridgecrest, LA

Average visibility in March - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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