March weather forecast
Vicksburg, MS

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Twin bridges across the large Mississippi River at Vicksburg, Mississippi, and green benches in the waterfront walk street
Twin bridges across the large Mississippi River at Vicksburg, Mississippi, and green benches in the waterfront walk street

Weather in March

March reveals a significant change in Vicksburg's meteorological conditions. While the earlier winter-powered winds start to mellow down to 7.8mph (12.6km/h), the sunlight becomes increasingly available with a shift of 12 daylight hours. This thawing period introduces warmer days with temperatures favorite to those craving outdoor activities. Prominent spring weather begins to flourish fully by the end of March. Rainfall maintains its consistency at around 3.58" (91mm), and snowfall becomes a rarity, thus underscoring March's transitionary disposition.

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) to an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C). The nights of March in Vicksburg anticipate an average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Vicksburg, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Vicksburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.7 days and collects up to 38.82" (986mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Vicksburg aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Vicksburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.6 days and aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Vicksburg, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:23 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 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vicksburg in March?

In Vicksburg, 66.9°F (19.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 49.8°F (9.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Vicksburg aggregates 0.24" (6mm) 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 6:29 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:23 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 many hours of sunshine does Vicksburg have in March?

In Vicksburg, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Vicksburg, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Vicksburg, MS

Average temperature in March - Vicksburg, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Vicksburg, MS

Average pressure in March - Vicksburg, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Vicksburg, MS

Average wind speed in March - Vicksburg, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Vicksburg, MS

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Vicksburg, MS

Average rainfall in March - Vicksburg, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Vicksburg, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Vicksburg, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Vicksburg, MS

Average snowfall in March - Vicksburg, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Vicksburg, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Vicksburg, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Vicksburg, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Vicksburg, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Vicksburg, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Vicksburg, MS

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

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
Vicksburg, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Vicksburg, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Vicksburg, MS

Average visibility in March - Vicksburg, 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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