March weather forecast
Glidden, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Glidden, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Glidden's weather experiences a distinct temperature rise, moving from a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). Glidden experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Glidden, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Glidden, there are 130.1 rainfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Glidden, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In Glidden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

Glidden in March has an average high-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Glidden, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Glidden in March?

In Glidden, during March, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Glidden have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

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

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 Glidden have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Glidden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Glidden, IA

Average temperature in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Glidden, IA

Average pressure in March - Glidden, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Glidden, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Glidden, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Glidden, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Glidden, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Glidden, IA

Average snowfall in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Glidden, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Glidden, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Glidden, IA

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

Average cloud cover in March
Glidden, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Glidden, IA

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

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

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