March weather forecast
Glenwood, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Glenwood, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). Throughout the month of March, Glenwood sees a steady low-temperature average of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

In Glenwood, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In March, in Glenwood, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Glenwood, Iowa, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Glenwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.3 days and aggregates up to 12.56" (319mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:47 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 6.5h.

UV index

In Glenwood, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Glenwood in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Glenwood, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Glenwood, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Glenwood, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:47 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 long on average sun shines in March in Glenwood?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Glenwood, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Glenwood, IA

Average pressure in March - Glenwood, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Glenwood, IA

Average wind speed in March - Glenwood, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Glenwood, IA

Average humidity in March - Glenwood, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Glenwood, IA

Average rainfall in March - Glenwood, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in March
Glenwood, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Glenwood, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Glenwood, IA

Average snowfall in March - Glenwood, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Glenwood, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Glenwood, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Glenwood, 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 3min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Glenwood, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Glenwood, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Glenwood, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Glenwood, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Glenwood, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Glenwood, IA

Average visibility in March - Glenwood, 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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