March weather forecast
Clive, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Clive, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average high of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, Clive's weather displays a notable increase in high-temperatures, climbing from February's cold 32.2°F (0.1°C) to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Clive records an average temperature drop to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Clive, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Clive, in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) 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 6:48 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In Clive, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Clive, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Clive, in March, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Clive?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 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 Clive have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Clive?

In Clive, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Clive, IA

Average temperature in March - Clive, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°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 (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Clive, IA

Average pressure in March - Clive, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Clive, IA

Average wind speed in March - Clive, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Clive, IA

Average humidity in March - Clive, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Clive, IA

Average rainfall in March - Clive, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Clive, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Clive, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clive, IA

Average snowfall in March - Clive, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clive, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clive, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clive, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Clive, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Clive, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Clive, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Clive, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Clive, IA

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

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

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