March weather forecast
Handle, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Handle, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.1°F (8.4°C) and max 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

Handle's transition into March is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) in February to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Handle, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Handle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Handle. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Handle aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Handle, during the entire year, snow falls for 3 days and aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Handle is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Handle, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Handle is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Handle?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Handle, is 64.9°F (18.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Handle?

The average relative humidity in March in Handle is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Handle?

In Handle, in March, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Handle?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Handle. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Handle aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Handle have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Handle?

On the first day of March in Handle, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Handle, 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 Handle have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Handle?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Handle, MS

Average temperature in March - Handle, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Handle, MS

Average pressure in March - Handle, 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
Handle, MS

Average wind speed in March - Handle, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Handle, MS

Average humidity in March - Handle, 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
Handle, MS

Average rainfall in March - Handle, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Handle, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Handle, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Handle, MS

Average snowfall in March - Handle, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Handle, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Handle, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Handle, MS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

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
Handle, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Handle, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Handle, MS

Average UV index in March - Handle, 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
Handle, MS

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Handle, MS

Average visibility in March - Handle, 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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