March weather forecast
Mason City, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mason City, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

Mason City's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C) in February to a cool 50°F (10°C). Mason City's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Mason City, in March, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mason City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150 days and collects up to 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Mason City, during March, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.9 snowfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 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 is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, in Mason City, the average high-temperature is 50°F (10°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Mason City, in March, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mason City have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Mason City have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Mason City, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Mason City, IL

Average temperature in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Mason City, IL

Average pressure in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mason City, IL

Average wind speed in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Mason City, IL

Average humidity in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Mason City, IL

Average rainfall in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Mason City, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mason City, IL

Average snowfall in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mason City, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 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
Mason City, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mason City, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Mason City, IL

Average UV index in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Mason City, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Mason City, IL

Average visibility in March - Mason City, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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