March weather forecast
Elkport, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elkport, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and max 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a noticeable temperature rise, soaring from a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) in February to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). Throughout the month of March, Elkport witnesses an average temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Elkport, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.5 rainfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elkport are January through May, October through December. In Elkport, Iowa, in March, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elkport, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.6 days and aggregates up to 19.57" (497mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 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 is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Elkport in March has an average high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Elkport, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Elkport, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Elkport, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkport have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Elkport have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Elkport is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Elkport?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Elkport, IA

Average temperature in March - Elkport, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°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 (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Elkport, IA

Average pressure in March - Elkport, 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
Elkport, IA

Average wind speed in March - Elkport, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Elkport, IA

Average humidity in March - Elkport, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Elkport, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Elkport, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Elkport, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elkport, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elkport, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Elkport, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elkport, 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: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elkport, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Elkport, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Elkport, IA

Average UV index in March - Elkport, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Elkport, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Elkport, IA

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

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

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