March weather forecast
Galt, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Galt, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

As Galt welcomes March, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct rise, moving from a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). During March, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Galt, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Galt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.8 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.6 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:39 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 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

Galt in March has an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Galt, in March, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Galt in March?

In Galt, during March, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Galt have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Galt is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Galt, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Galt, IA

Average temperature in March - Galt, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°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 (11.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Galt, IA

Average pressure in March - Galt, 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
Galt, IA

Average wind speed in March - Galt, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Galt, IA

Average humidity in March - Galt, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Galt, IA

Average rainfall in March - Galt, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Galt, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Galt, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Galt, IA

Average snowfall in March - Galt, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Galt, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Galt, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Galt, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Galt, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Galt, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Galt, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Galt, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Galt, IA

Average visibility in March - Galt, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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