March weather forecast
Forest City, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Forest City, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.5°F (5.3°C) and min 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in February to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Forest City records a consistent low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Forest City, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.2 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Forest City, in March, during 8 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Forest City, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 22.05" (560mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Forest City is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Forest City, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 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 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Forest City in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Forest City, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Forest City?

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

How much does it rain in Forest City in March?

In Forest City, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Forest City in March?

In March, in Forest City, Iowa, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Forest City have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Forest City?

On the first day of March in Forest City, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Forest City?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Forest City, Iowa, 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 Forest City have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Forest City, Iowa, is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Forest City?

In Forest City, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Forest City, IA

Average temperature in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°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 (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Forest City, IA

Average pressure in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Forest City, IA

Average wind speed in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Forest City, IA

Average humidity in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Forest City, IA

Average rainfall in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Forest City, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Forest City, IA

Average snowfall in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Forest City, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Forest City, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Forest City, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Forest City, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Forest City, IA

Average UV index in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Forest City, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

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
Forest City, IA

Average visibility in March - Forest City, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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