March weather forecast
Lost Nation, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lost Nation, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.6°F (7°C) and min 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is marked by a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). In Lost Nation, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, in Lost Nation, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lost Nation, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lost Nation are January through April, October through December. In Lost Nation, Iowa, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 17.48" (444mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lost Nation, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Lost Nation, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Lost Nation, Iowa, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lost Nation in March?

During March, Lost Nation experiences an average high-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) and a low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lost Nation?

The average relative humidity in March in Lost Nation is 78%.

How much does it rain in Lost Nation in March?

In Lost Nation, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Lost Nation?

In Lost Nation, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Lost Nation?

In Lost Nation, Iowa, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Lost Nation?

On the first day of March in Lost Nation, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Lost Nation?

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Lost Nation?

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

Average temperature in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average pressure in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average wind speed in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average humidity in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average rainfall in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average snowfall in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Lost Nation, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lost Nation, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average UV index in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Lost Nation, IA

Average visibility in March - Lost Nation, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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