March weather forecast
Harper, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Harper, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.4°F (0.2°C) and max 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear upsurge, the average high-temperature during March escalates from February's cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). During March, Harper experiences an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Harper, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Harper, in March, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.8 snowfall days, and 12.56" (319mm) 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 6:41 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 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 6.5h.

UV index

In Harper, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Harper experiences an average high-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Harper, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Harper, Iowa, in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Harper have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 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 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Harper, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Harper, IA

Average temperature in March - Harper, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Harper, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Harper, IA

Average wind speed in March - Harper, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Harper, IA

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Harper, IA

Average rainfall in March - Harper, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Harper, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Harper, IA

Average snowfall in March - Harper, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Harper, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Harper, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Harper, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Harper, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Harper, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Harper, IA

Average UV index in March - Harper, 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
Harper, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Harper, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Harper, IA

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

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

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