March weather forecast
Fayette, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fayette, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Fayette's average high-temperature witnesses a clear rise, advancing from February's freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C) to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). March generally records an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fayette, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fayette, there are 140.2 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fayette, in March, during 7 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fayette, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.1 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 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 Fayette, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Fayette, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

Fayette in March has an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fayette, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Fayette?

In Fayette, during March, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:32 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Fayette, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Fayette, IA

Average pressure in March - Fayette, 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
Fayette, IA

Average wind speed in March - Fayette, 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
Fayette, IA

Average humidity in March - Fayette, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Fayette, IA

Average rainfall in March - Fayette, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Fayette, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Fayette, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fayette, IA

Average snowfall in March - Fayette, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fayette, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Fayette, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fayette, 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 0min

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
Fayette, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Fayette, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Fayette, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Fayette, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Fayette, IA

Average visibility in March - Fayette, 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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