March weather forecast
Perkinston, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Perkinston, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.2°F (11.2°C) and max 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

Perkinston's March weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C) to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). In March, in Perkinston, the average low-temperature is a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Perkinston is 76%.

Rainfall

In Perkinston, Mississippi, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Perkinston, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Perkinston, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

In Perkinston, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:15 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 7.4h.

UV index

In Perkinston, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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 Perkinston?

During March, Perkinston experiences an average high-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and a low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Perkinston?

In March, the average relative humidity in Perkinston is 76%.

How much does it rain in Perkinston in March?

In Perkinston, Mississippi, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Perkinston?

In Perkinston, Mississippi, snow does not fall in February through November.

How many hours of daylight does Perkinston have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Perkinston?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Perkinston is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Perkinston?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Perkinston is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Perkinston, MS

Average temperature in March - Perkinston, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Perkinston, MS

Average pressure in March - Perkinston, 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
Perkinston, MS

Average wind speed in March - Perkinston, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Perkinston, MS

Average humidity in March - Perkinston, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Perkinston, MS

Average rainfall in March - Perkinston, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Perkinston, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Perkinston, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Perkinston, MS

Average snowfall in March - Perkinston, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Perkinston, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Perkinston, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Perkinston, MS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Perkinston, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Perkinston, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Perkinston, MS

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Perkinston, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Perkinston, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Perkinston, MS

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

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

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