March weather forecast
Ville Platte, LA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Ville Platte, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.8°F (21°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) in February to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 52.5°F (11.4°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ville Platte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.4 days and collects up to 11.46" (291mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout March, there are 0.1 snowfall days. In Ville Platte, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.6 days.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Ville Platte is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Ville Platte, sunrise is at 6:58 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 Ville Platte, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Ville Platte, 69.8°F (21°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.5°F (11.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Ville Platte, during March, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Ville Platte?

March is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout March, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

How many hours of daylight does Ville Platte have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Ville Platte, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Ville Platte?

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 Ville Platte have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Ville Platte, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Ville Platte, LA

Average temperature in March - Ville Platte, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Ville Platte, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ville Platte, LA

Average wind speed in March - Ville Platte, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Ville Platte, LA

Average humidity in March - Ville Platte, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Ville Platte, LA

Average rainfall in March - Ville Platte, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Ville Platte, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Ville Platte, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Ville Platte, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Ville Platte, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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
Ville Platte, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ville Platte, 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: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ville Platte, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Ville Platte, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Ville Platte, LA

Average UV index in March - Ville Platte, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Ville Platte, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Ville Platte, 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
Ville Platte, LA

Average visibility in March - Ville Platte, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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