March weather forecast
Buffalo, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Buffalo, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Entering March, Buffalo sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). March nights in Buffalo are marked by an average temperature drop to a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128 rainfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Buffalo, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Buffalo, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) 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 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:27 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 6.5h.

UV index

In Buffalo, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Buffalo in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Buffalo, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Buffalo, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Buffalo?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:27 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Buffalo, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Buffalo, IA

Average temperature in March - Buffalo, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Buffalo, IA

Average pressure in March - Buffalo, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Buffalo, IA

Average wind speed in March - Buffalo, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

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

Average humidity in March
Buffalo, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Buffalo, IA

Average rainfall in March - Buffalo, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Buffalo, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Buffalo, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Buffalo, IA

Average snowfall in March - Buffalo, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Buffalo, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Buffalo, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 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
Buffalo, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Buffalo, 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 12min).

  • 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Buffalo, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Buffalo, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Buffalo, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Buffalo, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Buffalo, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Buffalo, IA

Average visibility in March - Buffalo, 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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