Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
In March, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C). March brings Columbus City a consistent average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).Humidity
In Columbus City, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Columbus City, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Columbus City, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.9 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated. In Columbus City, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.4 days and aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:30 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 6.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Columbus City is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
What are March temperatures in Columbus City?
What is the average humidity in March in Columbus City?
How many days does it rain in March in Columbus City?
How many days does it snow in March in Columbus City?
What is the average length of the day in March in Columbus City?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Columbus City?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Columbus City?
How long on average sun shines in March in Columbus City?
What is the UV index reading in March in Columbus City?
Average temperature in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 47.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.28").
Average rainfall days in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Columbus City, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 20.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Columbus City, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
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