March weather forecast
Buffalo Center, IA

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Weather in March

The gateway to spring, March ushers in a notable shift in Buffalo Center, Iowa's weather. The temperature starts to climb, thawing the icy landscape, which gives way to a significant thaw. With the rise in temperatures, March's low on the thermometer rises to a slightly more bearable 27.7°F (-2.4°C). This month witnesses an extended daylight duration, an increase in visibility, and a decrease in snowfall. It's a clear sign that winter is retreating, making way for spring’s arrival.

Temperature

In Buffalo Center, the average high-temperature in March significantly increases from a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in February to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Buffalo Center's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Center, Iowa, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.2 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Buffalo Center, in March, during 8 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Buffalo Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 22.05" (560mm) 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 6:50 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:41 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Buffalo Center in March?

In Buffalo Center, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Buffalo Center, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo Center have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Buffalo Center, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Buffalo Center have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Buffalo Center, IA

Average temperature in March - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Buffalo Center, IA

Average pressure in March - Buffalo Center, 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
Buffalo Center, IA

Average wind speed in March - Buffalo Center, 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
Buffalo Center, IA

Average humidity in March - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Buffalo Center, IA

Average rainfall in March - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Buffalo Center, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Buffalo Center, IA

Average snowfall in March - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Buffalo Center, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Buffalo Center, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Buffalo Center, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Buffalo Center, IA

Average UV index in March - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Buffalo Center, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Buffalo Center, IA

Average visibility in March - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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