March weather forecast
Gibson, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gibson, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average high of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases considerably from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Gibson is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, in Gibson, Iowa, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.7 rainfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gibson. In Gibson, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Gibson, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.7 days and aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Gibson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Gibson, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:34 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

In Gibson, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Gibson, is 46.2°F (7.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Gibson, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Gibson, in March, during 4.9 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gibson have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Gibson have in March?

In Gibson, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Gibson?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Gibson, IA

Average temperature in March - Gibson, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Gibson, IA

Average pressure in March - Gibson, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gibson, IA

Average wind speed in March - Gibson, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Gibson, IA

Average humidity in March - Gibson, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Gibson, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Gibson, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Gibson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gibson, IA

Average snowfall in March - Gibson, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gibson, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Gibson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gibson, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gibson, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Gibson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Gibson, IA

Average UV index in March - Gibson, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Gibson, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Gibson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Gibson, IA

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

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

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