March weather forecast
Henderson, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Henderson, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.3°F (0.7°C) and max 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

Henderson's March weather is characterized by a distinct upsurge in high-temperatures, soaring from February's icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C). Henderson experiences a mean temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.2 rainfall days, and 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Henderson, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Henderson is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:46 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 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Henderson?

The high-temperature, in March, in Henderson, is 49.5°F (9.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Henderson?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Henderson, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Henderson have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:46 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 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Henderson, IA

Average temperature in March - Henderson, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Henderson, IA

Average pressure in March - Henderson, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Henderson, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Henderson, IA

Average humidity in March - Henderson, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Henderson, IA

Average rainfall in March - Henderson, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Henderson, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Henderson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Henderson, IA

Average snowfall in March - Henderson, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Henderson, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Henderson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Henderson, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Henderson, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Henderson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Henderson, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Henderson, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Henderson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Henderson, IA

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

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

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