March weather forecast
Carbon, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Carbon, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is experienced in Carbon.

Humidity

In Carbon, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Carbon, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Carbon, Iowa, there are 115.1 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Carbon, in March, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Carbon, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Carbon is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Carbon, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In Carbon, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Carbon in March?

In Carbon, in March, the average high-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Carbon?

In March, the average relative humidity in Carbon is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Carbon?

In Carbon, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Carbon?

In Carbon, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carbon have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Carbon?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Carbon, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

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

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

In Carbon, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Carbon?

In Carbon, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Carbon, IA

Average temperature in March - Carbon, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in March
Carbon, IA

Average pressure in March - Carbon, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Carbon, IA

Average wind speed in March - Carbon, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Carbon, IA

Average humidity in March - Carbon, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Carbon, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Carbon, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Carbon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Carbon, IA

Average snowfall in March - Carbon, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Carbon, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Carbon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carbon, 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 1min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carbon, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Carbon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Carbon, IA

Average UV index in March - Carbon, 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
Carbon, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Carbon, IA

Average visibility in March - Carbon, 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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