March weather forecast
Central City, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Central City, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Central City experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature advancing from a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In Central City, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Central City is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Central City, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Central City, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. In Central City, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Central City, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Central City, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Central City is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Central City?

During March, Central City experiences an average 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 in Central City?

The average relative humidity in March in Central City, Iowa, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Central City?

In March, in Central City, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Central City in March?

In March, in Central City, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Central City?

In Central City, Iowa, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Central City?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Central City?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Central City, Iowa, 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 Central City?

In Central City, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Central City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Central City, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Central City, IA

Average temperature in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average pressure in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average wind speed in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average humidity in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average rainfall in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average snowfall in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average UV index in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Central City, 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
Central City, IA

Average visibility in March - Central City, 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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