March weather forecast
Grand Gulf, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grand Gulf, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C) in February to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). An average low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) is observed during the March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.8 rainfall days, and 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Grand Gulf. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Grand Gulf aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Grand Gulf, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.9 days and aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Grand Gulf, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Grand Gulf, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 68°F (20°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Grand Gulf, Mississippi, in March, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Grand Gulf aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Gulf have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Grand Gulf, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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
Grand Gulf, MS

Average temperature in March - Grand Gulf, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Grand Gulf, MS

Average pressure in March - Grand Gulf, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Grand Gulf, MS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Grand Gulf, MS

Average humidity in March - Grand Gulf, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Grand Gulf, MS

Average rainfall in March - Grand Gulf, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Grand Gulf, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Gulf, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grand Gulf, MS

Average snowfall in March - Grand Gulf, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grand Gulf, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Gulf, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.7 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
Grand Gulf, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grand Gulf, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grand Gulf, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Gulf, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Grand Gulf, MS

Average UV index in March - Grand Gulf, 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
Grand Gulf, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Gulf, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

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
Grand Gulf, MS

Average visibility in March - Grand Gulf, MS
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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