March weather forecast
Lanyon, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Lanyon, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.7°F (7.6°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). Lanyon's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In Lanyon, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lanyon, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lanyon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lanyon, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Lanyon, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.8 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Lanyon, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In Lanyon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature during March is 45.7°F (7.6°C) and the low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lanyon, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day 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 6:50 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lanyon, 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 Lanyon have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lanyon, IA

Average temperature in March - Lanyon, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°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 (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Lanyon, IA

Average pressure in March - Lanyon, 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
Lanyon, IA

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

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

Average humidity in March
Lanyon, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Lanyon, IA

Average rainfall in March - Lanyon, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Lanyon, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Lanyon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lanyon, IA

Average snowfall in March - Lanyon, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lanyon, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Lanyon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lanyon, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lanyon, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Lanyon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Lanyon, IA

Average UV index in March - Lanyon, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Lanyon, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Lanyon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

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
Lanyon, IA

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

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

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