March weather forecast
Pontotoc, MS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an enjoyable month in Pontotoc, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.4°F (16.9°C) and min 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Pontotoc's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in February to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pontotoc, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Pontotoc aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Pontotoc, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.9 days and aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pontotoc, Mississippi, 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 6.4h.

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 the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pontotoc in March?

During March, Pontotoc experiences an average high-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and a low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Pontotoc 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.

When is the sunrise / 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?

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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Pontotoc is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pontotoc, MS

Average temperature in March - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.3°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 (34.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Pontotoc, MS

Average pressure in March - Pontotoc, 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
Pontotoc, MS

Average wind speed in March - Pontotoc, 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
Pontotoc, MS

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Pontotoc, MS

Average rainfall in March - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Pontotoc, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pontotoc, MS

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

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

Average snowfall days in March
Pontotoc, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

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

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pontotoc, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pontotoc, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pontotoc, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Pontotoc, MS

Average UV index in March - Pontotoc, 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
Pontotoc, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Pontotoc, MS

Average visibility in March - Pontotoc, 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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