March weather forecast
Highlandville, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Highlandville, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to a wintry 41°F (5°C). The average temperature during March nights dips to a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Highlandville, during March, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149 rainfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Highlandville, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Highlandville, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.9 days and aggregates up to 24.37" (619mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 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 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Highlandville, records 41°F (5°C), while the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Highlandville, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Highlandville 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 6:41 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 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 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Highlandville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Highlandville, IA

Average temperature in March - Highlandville, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Highlandville, IA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Highlandville, IA

Average wind speed in March - Highlandville, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Highlandville, IA

Average humidity in March - Highlandville, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Highlandville, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Highlandville, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Highlandville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Highlandville, IA

Average snowfall in March - Highlandville, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Highlandville, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Highlandville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Highlandville, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Highlandville, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Highlandville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Highlandville, IA

Average UV index in March - Highlandville, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Highlandville, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Highlandville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Highlandville, IA

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

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

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