March weather forecast
Hills, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hills, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and max 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

As Hills transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a marked escalation, increasing from a wintry 32°F (0°C) in February to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). In March, Hills encounters an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Hills, in March, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.4 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hills, in March, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.7 snowfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Hills is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hills in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Hills, records 46.6°F (8.1°C), while the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Hills, during March, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Hills, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hills have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 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?

In Hills, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Hills, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Hills, IA

Average pressure in March - Hills, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hills, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Hills, IA

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Hills, IA

Average rainfall in March - Hills, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Hills, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Hills, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hills, IA

Average snowfall in March - Hills, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hills, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Hills, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Hills, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hills, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hills, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Hills, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Hills, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Hills, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Hills, IA

Average visibility in March - Hills, 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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