March weather forecast
New Salem, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in New Salem, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in February to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). In March, the average low-temperature is a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In New Salem, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In New Salem, in March, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Salem, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, New Salem aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In New Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:13 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 New Salem, Mississippi, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in New Salem?

In March, in New Salem, the average high-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in New Salem?

The average relative humidity in March in New Salem is 79%.

How much does it rain in New Salem in March?

In New Salem, Mississippi, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in New Salem?

March is the last month it regularly snows in New Salem. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, New Salem aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in New Salem?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in New Salem?

On the first day of March in New Salem, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.

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

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 New Salem?

The average sunshine duration in March in New Salem is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in New Salem?

In New Salem, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
New Salem, MS

Average temperature in March - New Salem, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in March
New Salem, MS

Average pressure in March - New Salem, 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
New Salem, MS

Average wind speed in March - New Salem, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
New Salem, MS

Average humidity in March - New Salem, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
New Salem, MS

Average rainfall in March - New Salem, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
New Salem, MS

Average rainfall days in March - New Salem, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Salem, MS

Average snowfall in March - New Salem, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Salem, MS

Average snowfall days in March - New Salem, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
New Salem, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Salem, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Salem, MS

Average sunshine days in March - New Salem, 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 (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
New Salem, MS

Average UV index in March - New Salem, 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
New Salem, MS

Average cloud cover in March - New Salem, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

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 28).

Average visibility in March
New Salem, MS

Average visibility in March - New Salem, MS
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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