March weather forecast
Grand River, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grand River, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

A noticeable upsurge in temperatures is seen as February gives way to March, with average highs moving from a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C). Grand River experiences a nighttime temperature average of 33.4°F (0.8°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Grand River, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Grand River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.4 days and collects up to 20.24" (514mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Grand River, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. In Grand River, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.2 days and aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Grand River, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:40 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 6.1h.

UV index

In Grand River, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Grand River in March?

During March, Grand River experiences an average high-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Grand River, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Grand River, during March, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grand River have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:40 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

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

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 River, IA

Average temperature in March - Grand River, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Grand River, IA

Average pressure in March - Grand River, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Grand River, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Grand River, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Grand River, IA

Average rainfall in March - Grand River, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Grand River, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Grand River, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grand River, IA

Average snowfall in March - Grand River, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grand River, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Grand River, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grand River, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grand River, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Grand River, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Grand River, IA

Average UV index in March - Grand River, 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
Grand River, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Grand River, IA

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

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

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