March weather forecast
Clinton, MS

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Weather in March

In March, the weather in Clinton, Mississippi is characterized by warming temperatures, with an average high of 67.5°F (19.7°C). The transition from February to March is often quite noticeable, with increasing sunlight hours warming the region considerably. The higher temperatures hint at the pending arrival of summer. Despite this, rainfall is quite common, and the warming climate doesn't inhibit the appearance of rain clouds. To note, March carries the highest precipitation level in the first quarter of the year, with rainfall measuring at 3.54" (90mm).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Clinton's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's moderate 59°F (15°C) to an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C). During the nights in March, the temperature in Clinton averages to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Clinton, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Clinton, there are 165.1 rainfall days, and 38.11" (968mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Clinton, Mississippi. March is the last month it regularly snows in Clinton, Mississippi. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Clinton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Clinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.1 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Clinton is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 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

In March, the average sunshine in Clinton is 6.9h.

UV index

In Clinton, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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 average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Clinton?

During March, Clinton experiences an average high-temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Clinton?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Clinton in March?

In Clinton, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Clinton?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Clinton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Clinton have in March?

The average day length in March in Clinton is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Clinton?

On the first day of March in Clinton, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Clinton?

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. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Clinton?

The average sunshine duration in March in Clinton is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Clinton?

In Clinton, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Clinton, MS

Average temperature in March - Clinton, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Clinton, MS

Average pressure in March - Clinton, 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
Clinton, MS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Clinton, MS

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Clinton, MS

Average rainfall in March - Clinton, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.32").

Average rainfall days in March
Clinton, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Clinton, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clinton, MS

Average snowfall in March - Clinton, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clinton, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Clinton, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 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 and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clinton, 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 February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clinton, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Clinton, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Clinton, MS

Average UV index in March - Clinton, 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
Clinton, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Clinton, MS

Average visibility in March - Clinton, 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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