March weather forecast
Leeds, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Leeds, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and max 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a significant change in Leeds's weather, with average high-temperatures climbing from February's freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Leeds throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Leeds is 73%.

Rainfall

In Leeds, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.3 rainfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Leeds, during March, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Leeds, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.1 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Leeds, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:50 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Leeds, is 46.8°F (8.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Leeds, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Leeds, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Leeds, during March, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

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?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:50 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 Leeds, 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 Leeds have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Leeds, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Leeds, IA

Average pressure in March - Leeds, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Leeds, IA

Average wind speed in March - Leeds, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Leeds, IA

Average humidity in March - Leeds, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Leeds, IA

Average rainfall in March - Leeds, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Leeds, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Leeds, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Leeds, IA

Average snowfall in March - Leeds, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Leeds, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Leeds, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Leeds, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Leeds, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Leeds, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Leeds, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Leeds, IA

Average UV index in March - Leeds, 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
Leeds, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Leeds, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Leeds, IA

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

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

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