March weather forecast
Blencoe, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Blencoe, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Blencoe experiences a significant increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) in March.

Humidity

In Blencoe, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.6 rainfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Blencoe, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Blencoe, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 11.69" (297mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Blencoe, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Blencoe is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Blencoe in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Blencoe, in March, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Blencoe have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Blencoe, IA

Average temperature in March - Blencoe, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Blencoe, IA

Average pressure in March - Blencoe, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Blencoe, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Blencoe, IA

Average humidity in March - Blencoe, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Blencoe, IA

Average rainfall in March - Blencoe, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Blencoe, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Blencoe, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Blencoe, IA

Average snowfall in March - Blencoe, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Blencoe, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Blencoe, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Blencoe, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Blencoe, IA

Average UV index in March - Blencoe, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Blencoe, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Blencoe, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Blencoe, IA

Average visibility in March - Blencoe, 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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