March weather forecast
Cedar Valley, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Cedar Valley, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.2°F (7.9°C) and min 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Cedar Valley, Iowa, in March showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). March's nights observe an average temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cedar Valley, during March, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.1 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Cedar Valley, in March, during 4.7 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cedar Valley, there are 34.5 snowfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) 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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Cedar Valley?

The high-temperature, in March, in Cedar Valley, is 46.2°F (7.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Cedar Valley is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Cedar Valley, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Cedar Valley, in March, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 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 in Cedar Valley, Iowa, 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 Cedar Valley have in March?

In Cedar Valley, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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
Cedar Valley, IA

Average temperature in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Cedar Valley, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average wind speed in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average humidity in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average rainfall in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average snowfall in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cedar Valley, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average UV index in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Cedar Valley, IA

Average visibility in March - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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