March weather forecast
Lamont, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Lamont, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.4°F (5.8°C) and min 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a considerable temperature increase, with the average high-temperature soaring from a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) in February to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). March nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Lamont, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Lamont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.8 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lamont, in March, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51 snowfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lamont, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:56 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 is 6.1h.

UV index

In Lamont, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Lamont, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Lamont, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lamont, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:56 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?

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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Lamont, IA

Average temperature in March - Lamont, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°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 (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.2°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 (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Lamont, IA

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Lamont, IA

Average wind speed in March - Lamont, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Lamont, IA

Average humidity in March - Lamont, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Lamont, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Lamont, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Lamont, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lamont, IA

Average snowfall in March - Lamont, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lamont, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Lamont, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lamont, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Lamont, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Lamont, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Lamont, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Lamont, IA

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

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

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