March weather forecast
Hattiesburg, MS

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Weather in March

March marks an exciting transition in Hattiesburg's climate. A significant increase in temperature becomes evident, with the mercury reaching up to 69.8°F (21°C). The city witnesses thriving life around its corners, indicating the much-awaited arrival of spring. With pleasant days and mildly cold nights, March remains a delightful month for outdoor activities. The city prepares to receive the peak of spring that April brings along.

Temperature

March's arrival in Hattiesburg signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C). In March, the temperature drops to an average of 50.4°F (10.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Hattiesburg is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hattiesburg, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Hattiesburg aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Hattiesburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.5 days and aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Hattiesburg, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In Hattiesburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during March leads to these advisories:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in Hattiesburg, records 69.8°F (21°C), while the low-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hattiesburg, Mississippi, in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Hattiesburg aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Hattiesburg have in March?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Hattiesburg?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hattiesburg, MS

Average temperature in March - Hattiesburg, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Hattiesburg, MS

Average pressure in March - Hattiesburg, 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
Hattiesburg, MS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Hattiesburg, MS

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Hattiesburg, MS

Average rainfall in March - Hattiesburg, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Hattiesburg, MS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hattiesburg, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hattiesburg, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Hattiesburg, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 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
Hattiesburg, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hattiesburg, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hattiesburg, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Hattiesburg, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Hattiesburg, MS

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

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
Hattiesburg, MS

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Hattiesburg, MS

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

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

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