March weather forecast
Beacon, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Beacon, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

As Beacon welcomes March, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). During the nights in March, Beacon experiences a consistent average temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Beacon, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Beacon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.1 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Beacon, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Beacon, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 15.28" (388mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Beacon, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Beacon, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. 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. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Beacon in March?

During March, Beacon experiences an average high-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Beacon, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

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

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 Beacon have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Beacon, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Beacon, IA

Average temperature in March - Beacon, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Beacon, IA

Average pressure in March - Beacon, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Beacon, IA

Average wind speed in March - Beacon, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Beacon, IA

Average humidity in March - Beacon, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Beacon, IA

Average rainfall in March - Beacon, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Beacon, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Beacon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Beacon, IA

Average snowfall in March - Beacon, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Beacon, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Beacon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Beacon, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Beacon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Beacon, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Beacon, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Beacon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Beacon, IA

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

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

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