March weather forecast
Grand Junction, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Grand Junction, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

As Grand Junction welcomes March, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). An average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Grand Junction during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Grand Junction, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Grand Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grand Junction, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Grand Junction, Iowa, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 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 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Grand Junction is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Grand Junction in March?

March temperatures in Grand Junction vary between a high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Grand Junction?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Grand Junction?

In March, in Grand Junction, Iowa, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grand Junction in March?

In Grand Junction, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Grand Junction?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Grand Junction?

On the first day of March in Grand Junction, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Grand Junction?

In Grand Junction, Iowa, 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
Grand Junction, IA

Average temperature in March - Grand Junction, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Grand Junction, IA

Average pressure in March - Grand Junction, 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
Grand Junction, IA

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

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

Average humidity in March
Grand Junction, IA

Average humidity in March - Grand Junction, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

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

Average rainfall in March
Grand Junction, IA

Average rainfall in March - Grand Junction, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Grand Junction, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Junction, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grand Junction, IA

Average snowfall in March - Grand Junction, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grand Junction, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Junction, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Grand Junction, IA

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

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grand Junction, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Junction, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Grand Junction, IA

Average UV index in March - Grand Junction, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Grand Junction, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Junction, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Grand Junction, IA

Average visibility in March - Grand Junction, 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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