March weather forecast
Lester, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Lester, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

A shift in Lester's weather is noticeable as February turns into March, with the average high temperature increases from a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). In March, Lester reports a consistent average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Lester, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lester, in March, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.2 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lester, during March, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Lester, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Lester, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In Lester, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Lester, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Lester in March?

In Lester, in March, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Lester?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lester, IA

Average temperature in March - Lester, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°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 (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Lester, IA

Average pressure in March - Lester, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lester, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Lester, IA

Average humidity in March - Lester, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Lester, IA

Average rainfall in March - Lester, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Lester, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Lester, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lester, IA

Average snowfall in March - Lester, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lester, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Lester, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lester, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lester, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Lester, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Lester, IA

Average UV index in March - Lester, 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
Lester, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Lester, IA

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

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

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