March weather forecast
Caledonia, MS

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Weather in March

The transition from winter into spring begins with March's arrival. Compared to February, the month experiences more daylight hours, reducing the absorption of heat during the day. The noticeable shift in Caledonia's weather includes a decline of snowfall, reducing to 0.12" (3mm), marking an end to winter. The increased daylight of 12 hours in March significantly contrasts to the shorter daylight span experienced in earlier months. The expanse of clear skies makes March a particularly suitable month for outdoor activities in Caledonia.

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in February to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Caledonia's average low-temperature is measured at a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Caledonia, in March, during 15.6 rainfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.9 rainfall days, and 43.23" (1098mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Caledonia aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.9 snowfall days, and 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Caledonia, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:13 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 Caledonia, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Caledonia in March?

In March, in Caledonia, the average high-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Caledonia, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Caledonia, during March, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Caledonia aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Caledonia have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:13 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Caledonia, MS

Average temperature in March - Caledonia, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Caledonia, MS

Average pressure in March - Caledonia, 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
Caledonia, MS

Average wind speed in March - Caledonia, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Caledonia, MS

Average humidity in March - Caledonia, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Caledonia, MS

Average rainfall in March - Caledonia, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.32").

Average rainfall days in March
Caledonia, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Caledonia, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Caledonia, MS

Average snowfall in March - Caledonia, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Caledonia, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Caledonia, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Caledonia, MS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Caledonia, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Caledonia, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Caledonia, MS

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Caledonia, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Caledonia, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Caledonia, MS

Average visibility in March - Caledonia, MS
  • 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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