March weather forecast
Shreveport, LA

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Shreveport, Louisiana viewed from the Red River across the bridge
Shreveport, Louisiana viewed from the Red River across the bridge

Weather in March

March in Shreveport witnesses the inception of spring, resulting in a significant rise in temperatures. The city experiences an increase in daylight hours, promoting more outdoor activities. The arrival of the equinox signals longer, warmer days as Shreveport transitions from winter. The average rainfall amounts to 1.06" (27mm) with approximately 9.6 days of rain. Towards the end of March, the weather inevitably becomes warmer, serving as a preamble to the heat of April.

Temperature

As Shreveport transitions into March, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in February to a still refreshing 67.5°F (19.7°C). An average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) is common in Shreveport during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Shreveport, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Shreveport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 11.54" (293mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Shreveport, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Shreveport, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Shreveport, in March, the average high-temperature is 67.5°F (19.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Shreveport, Louisiana, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Shreveport, snow does not fall in March through December.

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?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:34 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 long on average sun shines in March in Shreveport?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Shreveport, LA

Average pressure in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shreveport, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Shreveport, LA

Average humidity in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Shreveport, LA

Average rainfall in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Shreveport, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shreveport, LA

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

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

Average snowfall days in March
Shreveport, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 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 December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shreveport, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shreveport, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Shreveport, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (17.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Shreveport, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Shreveport, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Shreveport, LA

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

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

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