March weather forecast
Douds, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Douds, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Douds experiences a distinct temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's wintry 34°F (1.1°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). In the month of March, the average low-temperature usually rests at a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Douds, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Douds, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Douds, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Douds, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 14.33" (364mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Douds, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 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 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Douds experiences an average high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Douds, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Douds, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Douds have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Douds?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Douds, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Douds have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Douds, IA

Average temperature in March - Douds, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Douds, IA

Average pressure in March - Douds, 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
Douds, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Douds, IA

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Douds, IA

Average rainfall in March - Douds, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Douds, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Douds, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Douds, IA

Average snowfall in March - Douds, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Douds, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Douds, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Douds, 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 2min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Douds, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Douds, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Douds, IA

Average UV index in March - Douds, 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
Douds, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Douds, IA

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

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

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