March weather forecast
Aurora, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Aurora, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Aurora sees a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Aurora experiences a consistent average temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Aurora, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.8 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Aurora. In March, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Aurora, during the entire year, snow falls for 51 days and aggregates up to 22.05" (560mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:32 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 is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, Aurora experiences an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Aurora, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Aurora?

In Aurora, during March, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Aurora have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Aurora have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Aurora, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Aurora, IA

Average temperature in March - Aurora, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Aurora, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Aurora, IA

Average wind speed in March - Aurora, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Aurora, IA

Average humidity in March - Aurora, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Aurora, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Aurora, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Aurora, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Aurora, IA

Average snowfall in March - Aurora, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Aurora, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Aurora, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Aurora, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Aurora, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Aurora, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Aurora, IA

Average UV index in March - Aurora, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Aurora, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Aurora, IA

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

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

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