March weather forecast
Harcourt, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Harcourt, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear rise in March, the average high-temperature escalates from February's subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). Nighttime temperatures in March average to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Harcourt, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.1 rainfall days, and 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Harcourt, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Harcourt, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.8 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 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 5.9h.

UV index

In Harcourt, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Harcourt, 45.7°F (7.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Harcourt, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Harcourt, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Harcourt, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Harcourt have in March?

In Harcourt, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Harcourt, IA

Average temperature in March - Harcourt, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Harcourt, IA

Average pressure in March - Harcourt, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Harcourt, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Harcourt, IA

Average humidity in March - Harcourt, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Harcourt, IA

Average rainfall in March - Harcourt, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Harcourt, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Harcourt, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Harcourt, IA

Average snowfall in March - Harcourt, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Harcourt, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Harcourt, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Harcourt, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Harcourt, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Harcourt, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Harcourt, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Harcourt, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Harcourt, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Harcourt, IA

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

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

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