March weather forecast
Cascade, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Cascade, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear upsurge, the average high-temperature during March escalates from February's subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). During March, Cascade records an average temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cascade, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.9 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Cascade, in March, during 6 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) 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 6:37 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 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 6.2h.

UV index

In Cascade, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

During March, Cascade experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Cascade, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Cascade, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Cascade, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cascade have in March?

In Cascade, 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 6:37 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Cascade?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Cascade, IA

Average temperature in March - Cascade, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Cascade, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cascade, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Cascade, IA

Average humidity in March - Cascade, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Cascade, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Cascade, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cascade, IA

Average snowfall in March - Cascade, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cascade, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Cascade, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Cascade, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cascade, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cascade, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Cascade, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Cascade, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Cascade, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Cascade, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Cascade, IA

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

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

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