March weather forecast
Derby, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Derby, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

As Derby steps into March, a marked temperature rise is observed, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). In March, Derby's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Derby, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Derby, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Derby, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.1 days and collects up to 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Derby, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In Derby, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Derby, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:38 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 6h.

UV index

In Derby, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Derby?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Derby?

In Derby, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Derby in March?

In March, in Derby, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Derby in March?

In Derby, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Derby?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Derby?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Derby, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

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

In Derby, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Derby?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Derby is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Derby, IA

Average temperature in March - Derby, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in March
Derby, IA

Average pressure in March - Derby, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Derby, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Derby, IA

Average humidity in March - Derby, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Derby, IA

Average rainfall in March - Derby, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Derby, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Derby, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Derby, IA

Average snowfall in March - Derby, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Derby, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Derby, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Derby, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Derby, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Derby, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Derby, IA

Average UV index in March - Derby, 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
Derby, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Derby, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Derby, IA

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

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

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