March weather forecast
Long Point, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Long Point, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Long Point's March weather is marked by a distinct rise in high-temperatures, escalating from a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C) in February to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). During the month of March, Long Point experiences a steady low-temperature average of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Long Point is 77%.

Rainfall

In Long Point, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Long Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.1 days and collects up to 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Long Point, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Long Point, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:34 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Long Point?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Long Point, is 45.1°F (7.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Long Point?

The average relative humidity in March in Long Point, Iowa, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Long Point?

In Long Point, Iowa, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Long Point?

In Long Point, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Long Point have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Long Point?

On the first day of March in Long Point, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

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

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

In Long Point, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Long Point?

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

Average temperature in March - Long Point, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°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
Long Point, IA

Average pressure in March - Long Point, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Long Point, IA

Average wind speed in March - Long Point, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Long Point, IA

Average humidity in March - Long Point, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Long Point, IA

Average rainfall in March - Long Point, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Long Point, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Long Point, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Long Point, IA

Average snowfall in March - Long Point, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Long Point, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Long Point, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Long Point, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Long Point, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Long Point, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Long Point, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Long Point, IA

Average UV index in March - Long Point, 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
Long Point, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Long Point, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Long Point, IA

Average visibility in March - Long Point, 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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