March weather forecast
Hampton, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hampton, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

Hampton in March showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in February to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). An average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) is noted during the nights in March in Hampton.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Hampton is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hampton, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hampton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.2 days and collects up to 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hampton, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In Hampton, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 56 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Hampton, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Hampton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.8°F (6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Hampton, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Hampton, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hampton have in March?

In Hampton, 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 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:38 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Hampton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hampton, IA

Average temperature in March - Hampton, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Hampton, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hampton, IA

Average wind speed in March - Hampton, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Hampton, IA

Average humidity in March - Hampton, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Hampton, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Hampton, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Hampton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hampton, IA

Average snowfall in March - Hampton, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hampton, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Hampton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hampton, 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 0min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hampton, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Hampton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Hampton, IA

Average UV index in March - Hampton, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Hampton, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Hampton, IA

Average visibility in March - Hampton, 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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