March weather forecast
West Monroe, LA

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Weather in March

March heralds the arrival of spring in West Monroe, characterized by a slow yet steady shift in weather patterns. There is a significant leap in temperature from the previous month, with highs now touching 66.4°F (19.1°C) and lows not going below 49.6°F (9.8°C). March also witnesses increased rainfall, creating an animated, lively atmosphere across the city. Later in the month, the city is enveloped in longer, sunlit days, welcoming a riot of colors as blooms start to burst forth. As the third month draws to a close, the stage is set for more sun-drenched, temperate days to come.

Temperature

March's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in February to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). West Monroe temperatures generally rest at a low of 49.6°F (9.8°C) during the March nights.

Humidity

In West Monroe, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In West Monroe, during March, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, West Monroe aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.1 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:28 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 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in West Monroe, records 66.4°F (19.1°C), while the low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In West Monroe, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, West Monroe aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in West Monroe?

On the first day of March in West Monroe, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:28 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

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 medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
West Monroe, LA

Average temperature in March - West Monroe, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in March
West Monroe, LA

Average pressure in March - West Monroe, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
West Monroe, LA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
West Monroe, LA

Average humidity in March - West Monroe, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
West Monroe, LA

Average rainfall in March - West Monroe, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
West Monroe, LA

Average rainfall days in March - West Monroe, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Monroe, LA

Average snowfall in March - West Monroe, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in March
West Monroe, LA

Average snowfall days in March - West Monroe, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
West Monroe, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Monroe, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Monroe, LA

Average sunshine days in March - West Monroe, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
West Monroe, LA

Average UV index in March - West Monroe, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
West Monroe, LA

Average cloud cover in March - West Monroe, 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 June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
West Monroe, LA

Average visibility in March - West Monroe, 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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