March weather forecast
Houston, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Houston, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). During March, Houston experiences an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) at night.

Humidity

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Houston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Houston aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Houston, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.7 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:16 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In Houston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Houston, is 63.1°F (17.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in March in Houston?

In Houston, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Houston in March?

In Houston, Mississippi, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Houston aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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 Houston have in March?

In Houston, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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
Houston, MS

Average temperature in March - Houston, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Houston, MS

Average pressure in March - Houston, 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
Houston, MS

Average wind speed in March - Houston, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Houston, MS

Average humidity in March - Houston, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Houston, MS

Average rainfall in March - Houston, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Houston, MS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Houston, MS

Average snowfall in March - Houston, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Houston, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Houston, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.5 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
Houston, MS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Houston, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Houston, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Houston, MS

Average UV index in March - Houston, 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, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Houston, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Houston, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Houston, MS

Average visibility in March - Houston, 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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