March weather forecast
Little Rock, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Little Rock, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

March indicates a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, moving up from a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). Little Rock observes an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Little Rock, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Little Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.3 days and collects up to 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Little Rock. In Little Rock, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 51.6 snowfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Little Rock, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Little Rock, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Little Rock is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Little Rock in March?

During March, Little Rock experiences an average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Little Rock?

In Little Rock, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Little Rock in March?

In Little Rock, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Little Rock?

In Little Rock, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Little Rock?

The average day length in March in Little Rock, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Little Rock?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Little Rock, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Little Rock is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Little Rock?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Little Rock, IA

Average temperature in March - Little Rock, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Little Rock, IA

Average pressure in March - Little Rock, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Little Rock, IA

Average wind speed in March - Little Rock, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Little Rock, IA

Average humidity in March - Little Rock, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Little Rock, IA

Average rainfall in March - Little Rock, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Little Rock, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Little Rock, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Little Rock, IA

Average snowfall in March - Little Rock, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Little Rock, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Little Rock, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Little Rock, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Little Rock, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Little Rock, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Little Rock, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Little Rock, IA

Average UV index in March - Little Rock, 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 and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Little Rock, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Little Rock, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Little Rock, IA

Average visibility in March - Little Rock, 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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