March weather forecast
Basic, MS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Basic, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.2°F (9°C) and max 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

The embrace of March brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in February to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 48.2°F (9°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Basic, Mississippi, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Basic is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in March translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Basic, is 67.3°F (19.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Basic, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Basic, snow does not fall in March through October.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:14 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 many hours of sunshine does Basic have in March?

In Basic, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Basic, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Basic, MS

Average temperature in March - Basic, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Basic, MS

Average pressure in March - Basic, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Basic, MS

Average wind speed in March - Basic, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Basic, MS

Average humidity in March - Basic, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Basic, MS

Average rainfall in March - Basic, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Basic, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Basic, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Basic, MS

Average snowfall in March - Basic, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Basic, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Basic, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Basic, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Basic, MS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Basic, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Basic, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Basic, MS

Average UV index in March - Basic, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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
Basic, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Basic, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Basic, MS

Average visibility in March - Basic, MS
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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