March weather forecast
Green Island, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Green Island, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Green Island is 78%.

Rainfall

In Green Island, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Green Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.6 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Green Island, in March, during 5.7 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.1 snowfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) 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 6:35 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:26 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 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

Green Island in March has an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Green Island, during March, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Green Island, during March, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Green Island have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Green Island, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Green Island, IA

Average temperature in March - Green Island, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Green Island, IA

Average pressure in March - Green Island, 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
Green Island, IA

Average wind speed in March - Green Island, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Green Island, IA

Average humidity in March - Green Island, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Green Island, IA

Average rainfall in March - Green Island, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Green Island, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Green Island, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Green Island, IA

Average snowfall in March - Green Island, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Green Island, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Green Island, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Green Island, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Green Island, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Green Island, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Green Island, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Green Island, IA

Average UV index in March - Green Island, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Green Island, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Green Island, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Green Island, IA

Average visibility in March - Green Island, 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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