March weather forecast
Fostoria, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fostoria, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Fostoria witnesses a significant increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, rising from February's subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). In March, the nighttime temperature in Fostoria, Iowa, lowers to an average of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In Fostoria, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Fostoria, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fostoria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fostoria, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.5 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Fostoria, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:46 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 Fostoria, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fostoria is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Fostoria in March?

In March, in Fostoria, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fostoria?

The average relative humidity in March in Fostoria, Iowa, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fostoria?

In Fostoria, Iowa, in March, during 8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fostoria in March?

In Fostoria, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fostoria have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fostoria?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

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

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 in Fostoria?

The average sunshine duration in March in Fostoria, Iowa, is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Fostoria?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fostoria, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fostoria, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Fostoria, IA

Average pressure in March - Fostoria, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Fostoria, IA

Average wind speed in March - Fostoria, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Fostoria, IA

Average humidity in March - Fostoria, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Fostoria, IA

Average rainfall in March - Fostoria, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Fostoria, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Fostoria, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fostoria, IA

Average snowfall in March - Fostoria, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fostoria, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Fostoria, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fostoria, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Fostoria, IA

Average UV index in March - Fostoria, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Fostoria, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Fostoria, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Fostoria, IA

Average visibility in March - Fostoria, 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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