March weather forecast
Donnellson, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Donnellson, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.5°F (9.7°C) and min 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). The average temperature during March nights is registered at a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Donnellson, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Donnellson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Donnellson, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Donnellson is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Donnellson, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Donnellson is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Donnellson in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Donnellson, is 49.5°F (9.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Donnellson?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Donnellson in March?

In Donnellson, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Donnellson in March?

In March, in Donnellson, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Donnellson?

On the first day of March in Donnellson, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

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

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

In Donnellson, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Donnellson?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Donnellson, IA

Average temperature in March - Donnellson, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Donnellson, IA

Average pressure in March - Donnellson, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Donnellson, IA

Average wind speed in March - Donnellson, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

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

Average humidity in March
Donnellson, IA

Average humidity in March - Donnellson, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Donnellson, IA

Average rainfall in March - Donnellson, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Donnellson, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Donnellson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Donnellson, IA

Average snowfall in March - Donnellson, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Donnellson, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Donnellson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Donnellson, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Donnellson, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Donnellson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Donnellson, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Donnellson, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Donnellson, IA

Average visibility in March - Donnellson, 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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