March weather forecast
Decorah, IA

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Weather in March

The vestiges of winter linger in Decorah's weather in March, though signs of spring slowly make their presence felt. Vitamin D becomes more available as sunlight graces the city for up to 12 hours a day providing more opportunities for outdoor activities. Population of clouds in the sky decreases, increasing visibility limit, but this often serves as a precursor to bouts of rainfall. While still chilly, March signals the transition period between winter and spring, with temperatures on an upward trend and nature beginning to stir.

Temperature

March indicates a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, moving up from a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to a wintry 41°F (5°C). In March, Decorah's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149 rainfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Decorah, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Decorah, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.9 days and aggregates up to 24.37" (619mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Decorah is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:33 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 in Decorah is 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Decorah in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Decorah?

The average relative humidity in March in Decorah is 81%.

How much does it rain in Decorah in March?

In Decorah, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Decorah?

In Decorah, Iowa, in March, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Decorah have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Decorah?

On the first day of March in Decorah, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Decorah, Iowa, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Decorah?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Decorah?

In Decorah, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Decorah, IA

Average temperature in March - Decorah, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Decorah, IA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Decorah, IA

Average wind speed in March - Decorah, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Decorah, IA

Average humidity in March - Decorah, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Decorah, IA

Average rainfall in March - Decorah, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Decorah, IA

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Decorah, IA

Average snowfall in March - Decorah, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Decorah, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Decorah, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Decorah, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Decorah, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Decorah, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Decorah, IA

Average UV index in March - Decorah, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Decorah, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Decorah, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Decorah, IA

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

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

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