March weather forecast
Cambridge, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cambridge, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average high of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, escalating from a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). In Cambridge, an average temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is noted during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Cambridge is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cambridge, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cambridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cambridge are January through May, October through December. In Cambridge, Iowa, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cambridge, Iowa, there are 44 snowfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Cambridge, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:39 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 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. 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
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Cambridge?

The high-temperature, in March, in Cambridge, records 46°F (7.8°C), while the low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cambridge in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Cambridge?

In March, in Cambridge, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cambridge have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Cambridge?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Cambridge, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Cambridge is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cambridge?

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

Average temperature in March - Cambridge, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Cambridge, IA

Average pressure in March - Cambridge, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cambridge, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Cambridge, IA

Average humidity in March - Cambridge, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Cambridge, IA

Average rainfall in March - Cambridge, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Cambridge, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Cambridge, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cambridge, IA

Average snowfall in March - Cambridge, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cambridge, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Cambridge, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cambridge, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cambridge, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Cambridge, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Cambridge, IA

Average UV index in March - Cambridge, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Cambridge, IA

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

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

Average visibility in March
Cambridge, IA

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

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

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