March weather forecast
Emerson, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Emerson, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.5°F (9.7°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases considerably from an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) is expected.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.2 rainfall days, and 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Emerson, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Emerson, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Emerson, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Emerson?

During March, Emerson experiences an average high-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Emerson, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Emerson, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Emerson, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Emerson have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Emerson have in March?

In Emerson, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Emerson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Emerson, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Emerson, IA

Average pressure in March - Emerson, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Emerson, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Emerson, IA

Average humidity in March - Emerson, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Emerson, IA

Average rainfall in March - Emerson, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Emerson, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Emerson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Emerson, IA

Average snowfall in March - Emerson, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Emerson, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Emerson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Emerson, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Emerson, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Emerson, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Emerson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Emerson, IA

Average UV index in March - Emerson, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Emerson, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Emerson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Emerson, IA

Average visibility in March - Emerson, 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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