Lafayette in March
Great time to visit
March offers Lafayette at its most comfortable. The weather's perfect for everything from downtown walks to swamp tours, and spring energy fills the city.
Weather
March delivers some of the year's most pleasant weather with warm days and cool evenings. Rain stays light and infrequent. The humidity hasn't kicked in yet, making outdoor activities a joy.
23°C high9°C low8 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$95/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Festival International de Louisiane preparations
- •St. Patrick's Day celebrations
- •LSU baseball season begins
March Tips
- •Start booking accommodations for April's Festival International
- •Perfect month for exploring the Atchafalaya Basin
- •Restaurant patios open up - great time for outdoor dining
All Months
March through May is perfect — festivals every weekend, crawfish in season, and weather that doesn't melt your face off. Fall (October-November) runs a close second with comfortable temps and Festival Acadiens et Créoles in October. Summer is brutal. We're talking 95 degrees with 90% humidity brutal. But if you can handle it, hotel rates drop and you'll have restaurants to yourself. Winter is mild but unpredictable — could be 70 and sunny or 35 and raining. Festival season peaks in spring, so book early if you're coming for Mardi Gras or Festival International de Louisiane in April.
Lafayette Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
5/10
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