March weather forecast
Birmingham, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Birmingham, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

March brings with it a considerable temperature increase, with average high-temperatures rising from February's wintry 34°F (1.1°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Throughout March, Birmingham's nights cool down to an average of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Birmingham, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Birmingham. In Birmingham, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Birmingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 14.33" (364mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Birmingham, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 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 6.3h.

UV index

In Birmingham, 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 average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Birmingham in March?

In Birmingham, in March, the average high-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Birmingham?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Birmingham in March?

In Birmingham, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Birmingham?

In March, in Birmingham, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Birmingham have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Birmingham?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Birmingham?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Birmingham, Iowa, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Birmingham?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Birmingham is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Birmingham, IA

Average temperature in March - Birmingham, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Birmingham, IA

Average pressure in March - Birmingham, 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
Birmingham, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Birmingham, IA

Average humidity in March - Birmingham, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

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

Average rainfall in March
Birmingham, IA

Average rainfall in March - Birmingham, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Birmingham, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Birmingham, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Birmingham, IA

Average snowfall in March - Birmingham, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Birmingham, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Birmingham, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Birmingham, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Birmingham, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Birmingham, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Birmingham, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Birmingham, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Birmingham, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Birmingham, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Birmingham, IA

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

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

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