March weather forecast
Grand Mound, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Grand Mound, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Grand Mound in March experiences a marked increase in the average high-temperature, ascending from February's subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Grand Mound, in March, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. In Grand Mound, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.7 days and aggregates up to 15.67" (398mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Grand Mound, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:27 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 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Grand Mound, is 45.9°F (7.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Grand Mound?

In Grand Mound, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Grand Mound, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Grand Mound, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Grand Mound have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Grand Mound, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average temperature in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average pressure in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average wind speed in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average humidity in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average rainfall in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average snowfall in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grand Mound, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Grand Mound, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Grand Mound, IA

Average visibility in March - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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