March weather forecast
Taft, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Taft, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 57°F (13.9°C) and an average high of 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Taft, in March, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Taft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.8 days and collects up to 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Taft, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:20 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 March, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

In Taft, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

During March, Taft experiences an average high-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and a low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, in Taft, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Taft, Louisiana, snow does not fall in February through November.

How many hours of daylight does Taft have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Taft, the average sunshine duration in March is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Taft is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Taft, LA

Average temperature in March - Taft, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Taft, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Taft, LA

Average wind speed in March - Taft, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Taft, LA

Average humidity in March - Taft, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Taft, LA

Average rainfall in March - Taft, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Taft, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Taft, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Taft, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Taft, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Taft, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Taft, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Taft, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Taft, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Taft, LA

Average visibility in March - Taft, 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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