March weather forecast
Carson, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Carson, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is marked by a notable elevation in high-temperatures, rising from an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) in February to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). Throughout March, Carson witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In Carson, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Carson, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Carson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Carson, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.6 snowfall days, and 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:46 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 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Carson in March?

Carson in March has an average high-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Carson, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Carson, Iowa, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Carson, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Carson have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Carson?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:46 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 Carson, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Carson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Carson, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Carson, IA

Average pressure in March - Carson, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Carson, IA

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

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

Average humidity in March
Carson, IA

Average humidity in March - Carson, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Carson, IA

Average rainfall in March - Carson, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Carson, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Carson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Carson, IA

Average snowfall in March - Carson, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Carson, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Carson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carson, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carson, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Carson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Carson, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Carson, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Carson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Carson, IA

Average visibility in March - Carson, 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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