March weather forecast
Prairie, MS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an enjoyable month in Prairie, Mississippi, with an average temperature varying between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

Prairie's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in February to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). During March, the average low-temperature in Prairie is a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Prairie, Mississippi, during March, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.8 rainfall days, and 37.91" (963mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Prairie are January through March and November. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Prairie aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.6 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Prairie, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:14 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 in Prairie is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Prairie?

The high-temperature during March is 64°F (17.8°C) and the low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Prairie?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Prairie?

In March, in Prairie, Mississippi, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout March, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Prairie?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Prairie aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Prairie?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Prairie?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Prairie, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Prairie, 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 Prairie?

In Prairie, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Prairie?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Prairie is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Prairie, MS

Average temperature in March - Prairie, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

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Average pressure in March
Prairie, MS

Average pressure in March - Prairie, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Prairie, MS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Prairie, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Prairie, MS

Average rainfall in March - Prairie, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in March
Prairie, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Prairie, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Prairie, MS

Average snowfall in March - Prairie, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

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

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Average snowfall days in March
Prairie, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Prairie, 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Prairie, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Prairie, 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: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Prairie, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Prairie, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Prairie, MS

Average UV index in March - Prairie, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Prairie, MS

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Prairie, MS

Average visibility in March - Prairie, 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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