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 is characterized by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). Throughout March nights, Essex experiences a consistent temperature average of 34.2°F (1.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 71%.Rainfall
In Essex, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Essex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.6 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Essex, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Essex, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.3 days and aggregates up to 10.71" (272mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 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
The average sunshine in March is 6.6h.UV index
In Essex, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of daylight does Essex have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
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What is the UV index intensity in March?
Average temperature in March
Essex, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in March
Essex, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Essex, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Essex, IA
- Average humidity in March: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in March
Essex, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in March
Essex, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Essex, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Essex, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Essex, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Essex, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Essex, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Essex, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Essex, 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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