March weather forecast
Clear Lake, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Clear Lake, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

Clear Lake witnesses a significant increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, rising from February's freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C). Clear Lake, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Clear Lake is 80%.

Rainfall

In Clear Lake, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Clear Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated. In Clear Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Clear Lake, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Clear Lake, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Clear Lake, in March, the average high-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Clear Lake, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Clear Lake, in March, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Clear Lake have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Clear Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average temperature in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average pressure in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average wind speed in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average humidity in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average rainfall in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average snowfall in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average UV index in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Clear Lake, IA

Average visibility in March - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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