March weather forecast
Lake Mills, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lake Mills, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41°F (5°C) and an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

A noticeable upsurge in temperatures is seen as February gives way to March, with average highs moving from a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) to an icy 41°F (5°C). In the month of March, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Lake Mills, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lake Mills, in March, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lake Mills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.3 days and collects up to 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lake Mills are January through May, October through December. In Lake Mills, in March, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.9 snowfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Lake Mills is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41°F (5°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Lake Mills, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lake Mills, in March, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Lake Mills, in March, during 8.9 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Mills have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Lake Mills have in March?

In Lake Mills, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Lake Mills, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Lake Mills, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lake Mills, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Lake Mills, IA

Average humidity in March - Lake Mills, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Lake Mills, IA

Average rainfall in March - Lake Mills, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Lake Mills, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Lake Mills, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lake Mills, IA

Average snowfall in March - Lake Mills, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lake Mills, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Lake Mills, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lake Mills, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lake Mills, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lake Mills, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Lake Mills, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Lake Mills, IA

Average UV index in March - Lake Mills, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Lake Mills, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Lake Mills, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Lake Mills, IA

Average visibility in March - Lake Mills, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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