March weather forecast
Ackley, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ackley, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

Ackley's transition into March is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C) in February to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). The average temperature during March nights is registered at a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Ackley is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ackley, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ackley, Iowa, there are 143.1 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ackley, during March, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.1 snowfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Ackley is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Ackley, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Ackley is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ackley is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Ackley?

Ackley in March has an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ackley?

In Ackley, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Ackley in March?

In Ackley, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ackley in March?

In Ackley, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ackley?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Ackley, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

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

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

In Ackley, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Ackley?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Ackley, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ackley, IA

Average temperature in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Ackley, IA

Average pressure in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ackley, IA

Average wind speed in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Ackley, IA

Average humidity in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Ackley, IA

Average rainfall in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Ackley, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ackley, IA

Average snowfall in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ackley, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ackley, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ackley, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Ackley, IA

Average UV index in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ackley, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Ackley, IA

Average visibility in March - Ackley, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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