March weather forecast
Wakefield, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Wakefield, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.8°F (11°C) and 70°F (21.1°C).

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C) in February to an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C). In the month of March, an average of 51.8°F (11°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In Wakefield, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Wakefield, in March, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173 rainfall days, and 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Wakefield, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wakefield in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70°F (21.1°C) and a low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout March, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Wakefield have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Wakefield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Wakefield, LA

Average temperature in March - Wakefield, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Wakefield, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Wakefield, LA

Average wind speed in March - Wakefield, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Wakefield, LA

Average humidity in March - Wakefield, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Wakefield, LA

Average rainfall in March - Wakefield, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Wakefield, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Wakefield, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Wakefield, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Wakefield, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Wakefield, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 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
Wakefield, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wakefield, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Wakefield, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Wakefield, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Wakefield, LA

Average UV index in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Wakefield, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Wakefield, LA

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

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

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