March weather forecast
Guttenberg, IA

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Weather in March

March typifies a warmer weather compared to the preceding winter months. An increase in daylight hours and a decrease in cloud cover contribute to the warming trend. Although the snowfall reduces significantly to 2.17" (55mm), rainfall steps in to maintain the number of wet days in March. This month also flaunts greater visibility at an average distance of 6 miles. Meanwhile, the wind gusts clock lower speeds in the 15.2mph (24.5km/h) range.

Temperature

March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from February's subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) to a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). In the month of March, the average low-temperature usually rests at a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Guttenberg, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Guttenberg, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.5 rainfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Guttenberg, in March, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.6 snowfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Guttenberg, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Guttenberg, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, in Guttenberg, the average high-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Guttenberg, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Guttenberg, 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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Guttenberg, IA

Average temperature in March - Guttenberg, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°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 (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Guttenberg, IA

Average pressure in March - Guttenberg, 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
Guttenberg, IA

Average wind speed in March - Guttenberg, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Guttenberg, IA

Average humidity in March - Guttenberg, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Guttenberg, IA

Average rainfall in March - Guttenberg, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Guttenberg, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Guttenberg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Guttenberg, IA

Average snowfall in March - Guttenberg, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Guttenberg, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Guttenberg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Guttenberg, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Guttenberg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Guttenberg, IA

Average UV index in March - Guttenberg, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Guttenberg, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Guttenberg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Guttenberg, IA

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

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

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