March weather forecast
Cedar, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Cedar, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, escalating from an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). Throughout March, the nighttime temperature averages to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cedar, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cedar, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.1 snowfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cedar, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Cedar, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cedar during March are 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Cedar?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Cedar, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Cedar?

In Cedar, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Cedar, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Cedar have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Cedar, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Cedar, IA

Average pressure in March - Cedar, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cedar, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Cedar, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Cedar, IA

Average rainfall in March - Cedar, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Cedar, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Cedar, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cedar, IA

Average snowfall in March - Cedar, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cedar, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cedar, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cedar, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Cedar, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Cedar, IA

Average UV index in March - Cedar, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Cedar, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Cedar, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Cedar, IA

Average visibility in March - Cedar, 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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