March weather forecast
Saint Joseph, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Saint Joseph, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

As Saint Joseph welcomes March, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C) in February to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). In the month of March, Saint Joseph witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Saint Joseph, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March are months with snowfall in Saint Joseph. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Saint Joseph aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Saint Joseph, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Saint Joseph, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:24 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 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. 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. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Saint Joseph, is 67.6°F (19.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Saint Joseph?

In Saint Joseph, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) 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, Saint Joseph aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Joseph 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 6:31 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Saint Joseph have in March?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Joseph is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average temperature in March - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Saint Joseph, LA

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average wind speed in March - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average humidity in March - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average rainfall in March - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average snowfall in March - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 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, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saint Joseph, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average UV index in March - Saint Joseph, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

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

Average visibility in March
Saint Joseph, LA

Average visibility in March - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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