March weather forecast
Columbus Junction, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Columbus Junction, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

March witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C). During March, Columbus Junction witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Columbus Junction, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Columbus Junction, there are 81.9 rainfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Columbus Junction, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Columbus Junction, there are 20.4 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Columbus Junction, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:29 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 6.6h.

UV index

In Columbus Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Columbus Junction in March?

In March, in Columbus Junction, the average high-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Columbus Junction?

In Columbus Junction, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Columbus Junction?

In Columbus Junction, Iowa, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Columbus Junction?

In Columbus Junction, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus Junction have in March?

In Columbus Junction, Iowa, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Columbus Junction?

On the first day of March in Columbus Junction, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Columbus Junction?

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 Columbus Junction have in March?

In Columbus Junction, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Columbus Junction?

In Columbus Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Columbus Junction, IA

Average temperature in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average pressure in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average wind speed in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average humidity in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average rainfall in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average snowfall in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average UV index in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Columbus Junction, 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 Junction, IA

Average visibility in March - Columbus Junction, 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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