March weather forecast
Sunset, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sunset, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and an average low of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature marginally rises from an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C) in February to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). Throughout March, Sunset records an average temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Sunset, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:26 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 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. 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: The maximum UV index, 5 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

Sunset in March has an average high-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Sunset, snow does not fall in February through November.

How many hours of daylight does Sunset have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:26 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sunset, LA

Average temperature in March - Sunset, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43°F).

Average pressure in March
Sunset, LA

Average pressure in March - Sunset, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sunset, LA

Average wind speed in March - Sunset, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Sunset, LA

Average humidity in March - Sunset, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Sunset, LA

Average rainfall in March - Sunset, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Sunset, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Sunset, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sunset, LA

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

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

Average snowfall days in March
Sunset, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

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
Sunset, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Sunset, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sunset, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Sunset, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Sunset, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Sunset, LA

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

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

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