March weather forecast
Dike, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dike, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases considerably from a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In Dike, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dike, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dike, there are 144.6 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dike, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Dike, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.7 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:35 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 in Dike is 6.1h.

UV index

In Dike, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Dike?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Dike, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Dike, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

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

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 Dike have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Dike, IA

Average temperature in March - Dike, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Dike, IA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dike, IA

Average wind speed in March - Dike, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Dike, IA

Average humidity in March - Dike, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Dike, IA

Average rainfall in March - Dike, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Dike, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dike, IA

Average snowfall in March - Dike, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dike, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Dike, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dike, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dike, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Dike, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Dike, IA

Average UV index in March - Dike, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Dike, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Dike, IA

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

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

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