March weather forecast
Dillon, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dillon, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.7°F (10.4°C) and max 70°F (21.1°C).

Temperature

Dillon's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in February to an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) is observed.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Dillon, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dillon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174 days and collects up to 34.29" (871mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Dillon aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.3 snowfall days, and 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Dillon, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in March transforms into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Dillon, records 70°F (21.1°C), while the low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Dillon, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Dillon?

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

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 6:26 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Dillon have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Dillon is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Dillon, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Dillon, MS

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dillon, MS

Average wind speed in March - Dillon, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Dillon, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Dillon, MS

Average rainfall in March - Dillon, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Dillon, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Dillon, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dillon, MS

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dillon, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Dillon, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dillon, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Dillon, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Dillon, MS

Average UV index in March - Dillon, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Dillon, MS

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Dillon, MS

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

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

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