March weather forecast
Richton, MS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Richton, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.8°F (21°C) and min 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in February to an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C). Richton experiences a nighttime temperature average of 50.4°F (10.2°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Richton, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Richton. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Richton aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.5 snowfall days, and 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Richton, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:44 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in March transforms into this advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Richton in March?

During March, Richton experiences an average high-temperature of 69.8°F (21°C) and a low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Richton, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Richton aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Richton?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Richton, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Richton, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Richton, MS

Average pressure in March - Richton, 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
Richton, MS

Average wind speed in March - Richton, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Richton, MS

Average humidity in March - Richton, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Richton, MS

Average rainfall in March - Richton, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Richton, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Richton, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Richton, MS

Average snowfall in March - Richton, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Richton, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Richton, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 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
Richton, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Richton, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Richton, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Richton, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Richton, MS

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Richton, MS

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Richton, MS

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

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

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