March weather forecast
Knierim, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Knierim, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

March is marked by a significant increase, with the average high-temperature advancing from a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Knierim, during March, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84.6 rainfall days, and 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Knierim, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Knierim, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Knierim, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In Knierim, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Knierim in March has an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Knierim, in March, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Knierim, in March, during 4 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Knierim have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:43 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 many hours of sunshine does Knierim have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Knierim, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Knierim, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Knierim, IA

Average pressure in March - Knierim, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Knierim, IA

Average wind speed in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Knierim, IA

Average humidity in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Knierim, IA

Average rainfall in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Knierim, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Knierim, IA

Average snowfall in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Knierim, IA

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

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Knierim, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Knierim, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Knierim, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Knierim, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Knierim, IA

Average visibility in March - Knierim, 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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