Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
With the onset of March, Richmond's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in February to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). In March, the average low-temperature is a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C).Humidity
In Richmond, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Richmond, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.2 days and collects up to 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation.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, Richmond aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.2 snowfall days, and 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Richmond is 12h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Richmond, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.UV index
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 rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in March
Richmond, MS
- Average high temperature in March: 63°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 (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 45.5°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 (34.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Richmond, 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
Richmond, MS
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Richmond, MS
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Richmond, MS
- Average rainfall in March: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").
Average rainfall days in March
Richmond, MS
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Richmond, MS
- Average snowfall in March: 0.08"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Richmond, MS
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Richmond, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Richmond, MS
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Richmond, 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
Richmond, 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
Richmond, 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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