March weather forecast
Hartford, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hartford, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in March, moving up from a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C). Hartford's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Hartford, during March, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.7 rainfall days, and 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hartford, during March, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.2 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hartford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Hartford experiences an average high-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Hartford, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hartford, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Hartford, during March, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hartford have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 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 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Hartford, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°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 (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Hartford, IA

Average pressure in March - Hartford, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hartford, IA

Average wind speed in March - Hartford, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Hartford, IA

Average humidity in March - Hartford, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Hartford, IA

Average rainfall in March - Hartford, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Hartford, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Hartford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hartford, IA

Average snowfall in March - Hartford, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hartford, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Hartford, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hartford, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Hartford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Hartford, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Hartford, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Hartford, IA

Average visibility in March - Hartford, 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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