March weather forecast
Dunkerton, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Dunkerton, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

Dunkerton's transition into March marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C) in February to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). The low-temperature averages to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Dunkerton, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, in Dunkerton, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dunkerton, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dunkerton, during March, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dunkerton, there are 48.7 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dunkerton, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Dunkerton, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In Dunkerton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Dunkerton?

The high-temperature in Dunkerton during March is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dunkerton?

In Dunkerton, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dunkerton?

In Dunkerton, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Dunkerton?

In Dunkerton, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dunkerton have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Dunkerton?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Dunkerton is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Dunkerton?

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

Average temperature in March - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Dunkerton, IA

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Dunkerton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Dunkerton, IA

Average humidity in March - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Dunkerton, IA

Average rainfall in March - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.88").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Dunkerton, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dunkerton, IA

Average snowfall in March - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dunkerton, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dunkerton, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Dunkerton, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Dunkerton, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Dunkerton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Dunkerton, IA

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

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

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