Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March's arrival is marked by a notable elevation in high-temperatures, rising from a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). In the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Humidity
In Elgin, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Elgin, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elgin, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elgin, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In Elgin, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elgin, there are 59.9 snowfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Elgin is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 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
In March, the average sunshine is 5.8h.UV index
In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Is March cold in Elgin?
What is the average humidity in March in Elgin?
How much does it rain in Elgin in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Elgin?
How many hours of daylight does Elgin have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Elgin?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Elgin?
How long on average sun shines in March in Elgin?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Elgin?
Average temperature in March
Elgin, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Elgin, 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
Elgin, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Elgin, IA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Elgin, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in March
Elgin, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Elgin, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.83"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Elgin, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elgin, 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 August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Elgin, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Elgin, IA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Elgin, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Elgin, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).
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