March weather forecast
Brookhaven, MS

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Weather in March

The weather in Brookhaven becomes milder in March, igniting the beginning of spring in the city. The longer days and warmer temperatures hint at the seasonal change, further emphasized by the disappearance of snowfall entirely. Adding to this, increasing rainfall levels up to 0.04" (1mm), which lay the foundation for spring bloom. Compared to the next month, March is slightly cooler with fewer daylight hours, but its characteristic refreshing showers offer a pleasant welcome to spring.

Temperature

March in Brookhaven sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C) in February to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). Brookhaven records an average temperature drop to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Brookhaven, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Brookhaven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.1 days and collects up to 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Brookhaven, snow does not fall in March 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 6:27 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:20 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 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Brookhaven, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through November are months without snowfall.

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Brookhaven have in March?

In Brookhaven, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Brookhaven, MS

Average temperature in March - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Brookhaven, MS

Average pressure in March - Brookhaven, 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
Brookhaven, MS

Average wind speed in March - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Brookhaven, MS

Average humidity in March - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Brookhaven, MS

Average rainfall in March - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Brookhaven, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Brookhaven, MS

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

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

Average snowfall days in March
Brookhaven, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 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, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Brookhaven, 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: 7h and 0min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Brookhaven, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Brookhaven, MS

Average UV index in March - Brookhaven, 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
Brookhaven, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Brookhaven, MS

Average visibility in March - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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