March weather forecast
Lafayette, TN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Lafayette, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average high of 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Lafayette's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from February's chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). In the month of March, Lafayette witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Lafayette, in March, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lafayette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Lafayette. In Lafayette, during March, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Lafayette, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.5 days and aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lafayette, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:05 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 in Lafayette is 5.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, in Lafayette, the average high-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Lafayette in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Lafayette, in March, during 2 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:05 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 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lafayette?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Lafayette, TN

Average temperature in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Lafayette, TN

Average pressure in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lafayette, TN

Average wind speed in March - Lafayette, TN
  • 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 July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Lafayette, TN

Average humidity in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Lafayette, TN

Average rainfall in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Lafayette, TN

Average rainfall days in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lafayette, TN

Average snowfall in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lafayette, TN

Average snowfall days in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lafayette, TN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lafayette, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Lafayette, TN

Average UV index in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Lafayette, TN

Average cloud cover in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Lafayette, TN

Average visibility in March - Lafayette, TN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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