March weather forecast
Gilead, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gilead, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

In Gilead, the average high-temperature in March soars, from an icy 32°F (0°C) in February, to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). Gilead witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Gilead is 75%.

Rainfall

In Gilead, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Gilead, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gilead. In Gilead, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In Gilead, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 15.71" (399mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Gilead, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Gilead, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In Gilead, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gilead in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Gilead?

In Gilead, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Gilead in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gilead in March?

In March, in Gilead, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Gilead?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Gilead?

On the first day of March in Gilead, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Gilead?

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

Average temperature in March - Gilead, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Gilead, IA

Average pressure in March - Gilead, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gilead, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Gilead, IA

Average humidity in March - Gilead, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Gilead, IA

Average rainfall in March - Gilead, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Gilead, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Gilead, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gilead, IA

Average snowfall in March - Gilead, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gilead, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Gilead, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gilead, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gilead, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Gilead, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Gilead, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Gilead, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Gilead, IA

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

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

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