March weather forecast
Mississippi, USA

March in Mississippi marks a noticeable shift towards the spring season, bringing warmer temperatures and more varied weather patterns. The state experiences a transitional phase, moving away from the cold winter months.

In the northern region, average low temperatures begin to rise, hovering around 39°F (3.9°C), with the southern parts experiencing even milder conditions. The occurrence of snow and sleet becomes rare, and freezing temperatures along the coast are less likely. The warmer tropical air starts to have a more pronounced effect, minimizing the influence of the cold continental air.

March stands in contrast to February's cooler temperatures, symbolizing the transition into spring. It does not hold extreme weather records, but the change in conditions is evident across the state. The lengthening days and increasing warmth pave the way for the more temperate climate of April.

Rainfall in March does not reach extreme values but aligns with the overall increase in temperatures. The shift from winter to spring is marked not only by rising temperatures but also by changes in vegetation and the beginning of new growth.

Temperatures in March range from average lows of 39°F (3.9°C) in the north to more moderate levels in the south. The shift from February's lingering winter chill to March's emerging warmth is a defining characteristic of this month in Mississippi's climatic year.

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• Jackson - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Jackson and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Jackson during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.
• Gulfport - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Gulfport and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Gulfport?
• Southaven - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Southaven and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Southaven, Mississippi.
• Hattiesburg - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Hattiesburg and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Hattiesburg during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.
• Biloxi - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Biloxi, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Biloxi?
• Meridian - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Meridian and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Meridian?
• Tupelo - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Tupelo, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Tupelo in March, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Greenville - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Greenville, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Greenville?
• Olive Branch - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Olive Branch, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Olive Branch aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.
• Horn Lake - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Horn Lake and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Horn Lake, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Clinton - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Clinton, Mississippi, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Clinton, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Pearl - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Pearl, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Pearl?