March weather forecast
Shelton, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shelton, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

As Shelton welcomes March, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in February to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). Shelton usually reports an average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

In Shelton, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shelton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Shelton aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Shelton, during the entire year, snow falls for 2 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 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 6.9h.

UV index

In Shelton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Shelton?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) and a low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Shelton is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Shelton, in March, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Shelton aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 1min.

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 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Shelton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Shelton is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Shelton, MS

Average temperature in March - Shelton, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Shelton, MS

Average pressure in March - Shelton, 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
Shelton, MS

Average wind speed in March - Shelton, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Shelton, MS

Average humidity in March - Shelton, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Shelton, MS

Average rainfall in March - Shelton, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Shelton, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Shelton, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shelton, MS

Average snowfall in March - Shelton, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shelton, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Shelton, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shelton, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shelton, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Shelton, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Shelton, MS

Average UV index in March - Shelton, 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
Shelton, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Shelton, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Shelton, MS

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

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

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