March weather forecast
Clinton, IA

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Weather in March

The transition from winter to spring becomes pronounced in March. There is a significant rise in the mercury with temperatures now reaching as high as 45.9°F (7.7°C). Residents bid farewell to constant snow showers as they become infrequent during this month, heralding the onset of spring. The weather broadens into a blend of brisk mornings and increasingly sunny afternoons.

Temperature

Clinton witnesses a significant increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, rising from February's freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). An average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Clinton, Iowa, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.2 days and collects up to 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Clinton, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Clinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Clinton, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:25 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 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Clinton, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Clinton, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Clinton?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Clinton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Clinton, IA

Average temperature in March - Clinton, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Clinton, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Clinton, IA

Average wind speed in March - Clinton, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Clinton, IA

Average humidity in March - Clinton, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Clinton, IA

Average rainfall in March - Clinton, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Clinton, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clinton, IA

Average snowfall in March - Clinton, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clinton, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Clinton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clinton, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clinton, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Clinton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Clinton, IA

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

Average cloud cover in March
Clinton, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Clinton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

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

Average visibility in March
Clinton, IA

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

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

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