March weather forecast
Lone Tree, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Lone Tree, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during March moves from February's icy 32.4°F (0.2°C) to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lone Tree, in March, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lone Tree, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.5 days and collects up to 7.68" (195mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lone Tree, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Lone Tree, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.5 days and aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) 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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Lone Tree, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Lone Tree, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Lone Tree, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Lone Tree, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lone Tree, IA

Average temperature in March - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Lone Tree, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lone Tree, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Lone Tree, IA

Average humidity in March - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Lone Tree, IA

Average rainfall in March - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Lone Tree, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lone Tree, IA

Average snowfall in March - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lone Tree, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 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
Lone Tree, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lone Tree, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Lone Tree, IA

Average UV index in March - Lone Tree, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Lone Tree, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Lone Tree, IA

Average visibility in March - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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