March weather forecast
Big Mound, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Big Mound, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.2°F (1.2°C) and max 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C). Throughout March, Big Mound's nights cool down to an average of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In Big Mound, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Big Mound, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Big Mound, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Big Mound, Iowa. In Big Mound, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Big Mound, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Big Mound, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Big Mound, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Big Mound?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Big Mound, Iowa, during March are 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Big Mound?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Big Mound?

In Big Mound, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Big Mound in March?

In Big Mound, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Big Mound have in March?

In March, the average day length in Big Mound, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Big Mound?

On the first day of March in Big Mound, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Big Mound?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Big Mound, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Big Mound, IA

Average temperature in March - Big Mound, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Big Mound, IA

Average pressure in March - Big Mound, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Big Mound, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Big Mound, IA

Average humidity in March - Big Mound, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Big Mound, IA

Average rainfall in March - Big Mound, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Big Mound, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Big Mound, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Big Mound, IA

Average snowfall in March - Big Mound, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Big Mound, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Big Mound, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Big Mound, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Big Mound, IA
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

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
Big Mound, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Big Mound, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Big Mound, IA

Average UV index in March - Big Mound, IA
  • 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
Big Mound, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Big Mound, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

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

Average visibility in March
Big Mound, IA

Average visibility in March - Big Mound, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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