March weather forecast
Ripley, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ripley, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.3°F (16.3°C) and min 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in February to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). During March nights, Ripley witnesses a consistent average temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ripley, during March, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation. In Ripley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Ripley aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.8 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
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 March, sunrise is at 6:42 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 Ripley, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

During March, Ripley experiences an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and a low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°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 Ripley, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Ripley, Mississippi, during March, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Ripley. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Ripley aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ripley have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and 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 6:42 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ripley, MS

Average temperature in March - Ripley, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Ripley, MS

Average pressure in March - Ripley, 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
Ripley, MS

Average wind speed in March - Ripley, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ripley, MS

Average humidity in March - Ripley, 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
Ripley, MS

Average rainfall in March - Ripley, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Ripley, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Ripley, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ripley, MS

Average snowfall in March - Ripley, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ripley, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Ripley, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Ripley, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ripley, 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
Ripley, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Ripley, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Ripley, MS

Average UV index in March - Ripley, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Ripley, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Ripley, MS

Average visibility in March - Ripley, 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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