March weather forecast
Olive Branch, MS

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Weather in March

Compared to February, Olive Branch weather in March carries an explicit hint of spring. There's a notable jump in temperature, taking the city out of the winter chill. The days are visibly longer by approximately one hour, offering more sunshine for the Olive Branch residents. No traces of snowfall can be found offering a clearer, brighter look. The shift in season is further evidenced by the highest wind gusts in Olive Branch, hitting the mark of 13.7mph (22km/h).

Temperature

Olive Branch's weather in March presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in February to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). The average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) is witnessed during March.

Humidity

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Olive Branch, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.6 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Olive Branch aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.3 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Olive Branch, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Olive Branch, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Olive Branch, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Olive Branch?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Olive Branch, is 61.2°F (16.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Olive Branch?

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in March in Olive Branch?

The average relative humidity in March in Olive Branch, Mississippi, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Olive Branch in March?

In Olive Branch, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Olive Branch?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Olive Branch aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Olive Branch?

In March, the average day length in Olive Branch, Mississippi, is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Olive Branch?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Olive Branch?

In Olive Branch, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. 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
Olive Branch, MS

Average temperature in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average pressure in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average wind speed in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average humidity in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average rainfall in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average snowfall in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Olive Branch, MS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average UV index in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Olive Branch, MS

Average visibility in March - Olive Branch, 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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