March weather forecast
Sheltons, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an enjoyable month in Sheltons, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.2°F (19°C) and min 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

Sheltons sees a rise in temperature during March, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in February to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). Sheltons cools down to an average low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Sheltons is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout March, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheltons, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.5 days and collects up to 36.14" (918mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Sheltons aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Sheltons, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.4 days and aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Sheltons, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 66.2°F (19°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Sheltons in March?

In Sheltons, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Sheltons?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Sheltons aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sheltons have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Sheltons, 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 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Sheltons, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Sheltons, LA

Average pressure in March - Sheltons, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sheltons, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Sheltons, LA

Average humidity in March - Sheltons, 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
Sheltons, LA

Average rainfall in March - Sheltons, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Sheltons, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Sheltons, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sheltons, LA

Average snowfall in March - Sheltons, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Sheltons, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Sheltons, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sheltons, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Sheltons, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Sheltons, LA

Average UV index in March - Sheltons, 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
Sheltons, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Sheltons, LA

Average visibility in March - Sheltons, 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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