March weather forecast
Belmond, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Belmond, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Belmond's average high-temperature witnesses a clear rise, advancing from February's freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). During the nights in March, Belmond observes an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Belmond, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Belmond are January through May, October through December. In Belmond, during March, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow. In Belmond, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.7 days and aggregates up to 20.51" (521mm) 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 6:48 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Belmond, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. 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. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Belmond in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Belmond, is 42.6°F (5.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Belmond?

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

How much does it rain in Belmond in March?

In March, in Belmond, Iowa, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Belmond?

In Belmond, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Belmond have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Belmond?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Belmond, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

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

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

In Belmond, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Belmond?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March in Belmond?

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

Average temperature in March - Belmond, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Belmond, IA

Average pressure in March - Belmond, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Belmond, IA

Average wind speed in March - Belmond, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Belmond, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Belmond, IA

Average rainfall in March - Belmond, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Belmond, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Belmond, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Belmond, IA

Average snowfall in March - Belmond, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Belmond, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Belmond, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Belmond, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Belmond, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Belmond, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Belmond, IA

Average UV index in March - Belmond, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Belmond, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Belmond, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Belmond, IA

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

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

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