March weather forecast
Chillicothe, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chillicothe, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, soaring from a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) in February to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C) in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chillicothe, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.5 rainfall days, and 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chillicothe, during March, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 14.17" (360mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, 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 Chillicothe, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chillicothe?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Chillicothe, in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chillicothe have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Chillicothe, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Chillicothe, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chillicothe, IA

Average temperature in March - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Chillicothe, IA

Average pressure in March - Chillicothe, 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
Chillicothe, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Chillicothe, IA

Average humidity in March - Chillicothe, 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
Chillicothe, IA

Average rainfall in March - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Chillicothe, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chillicothe, IA

Average snowfall in March - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chillicothe, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in March
Chillicothe, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Chillicothe, IA

Average UV index in March - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Chillicothe, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Chillicothe, 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
Chillicothe, IA

Average visibility in March - Chillicothe, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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