March weather forecast
Carroll, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Carroll, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). Carroll's temperature in March lowers to a consistent average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Carroll, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.1 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Carroll, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. In Carroll, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.8 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) 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 6:53 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:44 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Carroll, in March, the average high-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Carroll, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Carroll, during March, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carroll have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:44 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 Carroll have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Carroll, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Carroll, IA

Average pressure in March - Carroll, 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
Carroll, IA

Average wind speed in March - Carroll, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Carroll, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Carroll, IA

Average rainfall in March - Carroll, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Carroll, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Carroll, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Carroll, IA

Average snowfall in March - Carroll, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Carroll, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Carroll, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carroll, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Carroll, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Carroll, IA

Average UV index in March - Carroll, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Carroll, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Carroll, 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 July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Carroll, IA

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

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

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