March weather forecast
Dixon, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dixon, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 46.4°F (8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a significant change in Dixon's weather, with average high-temperatures climbing from February's wintry 32°F (0°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). In Dixon, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Dixon, in March, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dixon are January through April, October through December. In Dixon, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.2 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:27 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 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 46.4°F (8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Dixon, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Dixon, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dixon have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

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

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 Dixon have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Dixon, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Dixon, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dixon, IA

Average wind speed in March - Dixon, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Dixon, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Dixon, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Dixon, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Dixon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dixon, IA

Average snowfall in March - Dixon, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Dixon, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Dixon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Dixon, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dixon, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dixon, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Dixon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Dixon, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Dixon, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Dixon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Dixon, IA

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

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

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