March weather forecast
Hiawatha, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hiawatha, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

In Hiawatha, stepping into March signifies a significant temperature increment, moving up from February's subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In Hiawatha, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hiawatha, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Hiawatha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hiawatha, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Hiawatha is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Hiawatha, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 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 in Hiawatha is 6.3h.

UV index

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 rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Hiawatha during March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Hiawatha, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hiawatha?

In March, the average relative humidity in Hiawatha, Iowa, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hiawatha in March?

In Hiawatha, Iowa, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Hiawatha?

In Hiawatha, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hiawatha have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Hiawatha?

On the first day of March in Hiawatha, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Hiawatha?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Hiawatha, 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 Hiawatha have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Hiawatha is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hiawatha?

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

Average temperature in March - Hiawatha, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Hiawatha, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hiawatha, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Hiawatha, IA

Average humidity in March - Hiawatha, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Hiawatha, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Hiawatha, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Hiawatha, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hiawatha, IA

Average snowfall in March - Hiawatha, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hiawatha, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Hiawatha, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hiawatha, 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: 6h and 2min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hiawatha, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Hiawatha, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Hiawatha, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Hiawatha, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Hiawatha, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Hiawatha, IA

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

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

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