March weather forecast
Newton, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Newton, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.4°F (9.1°C) and max 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Temperature

Newton's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C) in February to an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C). Newton usually reports an average low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Newton, during March, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Newton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Newton, Mississippi, are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Newton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.8 snowfall days, and 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Newton, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 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 Newton, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Newton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C) and a low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Newton, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Newton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Newton have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Newton, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Newton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Newton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Newton, MS

Average temperature in March - Newton, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Newton, MS

Average pressure in March - Newton, 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
Newton, MS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Newton, MS

Average humidity in March - Newton, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Newton, MS

Average rainfall in March - Newton, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Newton, MS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Newton, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Newton, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Newton, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Newton, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Newton, 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 4min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Newton, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Newton, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Newton, MS

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

Average cloud cover in March
Newton, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Newton, MS

Average visibility in March - Newton, 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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