March weather forecast
Cathedral Square, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Cathedral Square, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.3°F (6.3°C) and min 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Cathedral Square experiences a significant increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). During March nights, Cathedral Square witnesses a consistent average temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cathedral Square, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Cathedral Square, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.9 snowfall days, and 17.09" (434mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Cathedral Square, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Cathedral Square, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Cathedral Square?

In Cathedral Square, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:36 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Cathedral Square have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Cathedral Square?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average temperature in March - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average pressure in March - Cathedral Square, 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
Cathedral Square, IA

Average wind speed in March - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average humidity in March - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average rainfall in March - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average snowfall in March - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Cathedral Square, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cathedral Square, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average UV index in March - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Cathedral Square, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Cathedral Square, IA

Average visibility in March - Cathedral Square, 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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