March weather forecast
Center Point, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Center Point, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In Center Point, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Center Point, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.6 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Center Point, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Center Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:32 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 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Center Point, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Center Point, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Center Point, Iowa, 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 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Center Point have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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 temperature in March
Center Point, IA

Average temperature in March - Center Point, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Center Point, IA

Average pressure in March - Center Point, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Center Point, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Center Point, IA

Average humidity in March - Center Point, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Center Point, IA

Average rainfall in March - Center Point, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Center Point, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Center Point, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Center Point, IA

Average snowfall in March - Center Point, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Center Point, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Center Point, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Center Point, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Center Point, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Center Point, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Center Point, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Center Point, IA

Average UV index in March - Center Point, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Center Point, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Center Point, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Center Point, IA

Average visibility in March - Center Point, 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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