March weather forecast
West, MS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an enjoyable month in West, Mississippi, with an average temperature varying between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

March witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 57.2°F (14°C) in February to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). West cools down to an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.2 rainfall days, and 41.06" (1043mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, West aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In West, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.4 days and aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:19 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 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in March leads to these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

West in March has an average high-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in West?

In West, in March, during 15.3 rainfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in West. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, West aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In West, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:19 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 West have in March?

In West, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In West, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
West, MS

Average temperature in March - West, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in March
West, MS

Average pressure in March - West, 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
West, MS

Average wind speed in March - West, 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 (5mph).

Average humidity in March
West, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
West, MS

Average rainfall in March - West, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.36").

Average rainfall days in March
West, MS

Average rainfall days in March - West, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
West, MS

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

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

Average snowfall days in March
West, MS

Average snowfall days in March - West, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
West, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West, MS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
West, MS

Average sunshine days in March - West, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
West, MS

Average UV index in March - West, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
West, MS

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
West, MS

Average visibility in March - West, 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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