March weather forecast
Crystal Lake, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Crystal Lake, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

As Crystal Lake steps into March, the average high-temperature increases significantly from the a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) of February to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). An average temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) marks the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Crystal Lake is 80%.

Rainfall

In Crystal Lake, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.2 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Crystal Lake, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.1 snowfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Crystal Lake, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Crystal Lake, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:40 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 5.7h.

UV index

In Crystal Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Crystal Lake, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Crystal Lake, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Crystal Lake have in March?

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 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake have in March?

In Crystal Lake, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Crystal Lake, IA

Average temperature in March - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°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 (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°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
Crystal Lake, IA

Average pressure in March - Crystal 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
Crystal Lake, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Crystal Lake, IA

Average humidity in March - Crystal 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Crystal Lake, IA

Average rainfall in March - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Crystal Lake, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Crystal Lake, IA

Average snowfall in March - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Crystal Lake, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Crystal 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

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
Crystal Lake, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Crystal Lake, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Crystal Lake, IA

Average UV index in March - Crystal Lake, 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
Crystal Lake, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Crystal 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
Crystal Lake, IA

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

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

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