March weather forecast
Macksburg, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Macksburg, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.5°F (0.3°C) and max 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). March generally records an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In Macksburg, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Macksburg, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Macksburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Macksburg, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. In Macksburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 35 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) 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 6:49 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Macksburg, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Macksburg, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Macksburg, in March, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Macksburg have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Macksburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Macksburg, IA

Average temperature in March - Macksburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Macksburg, IA

Average pressure in March - Macksburg, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Macksburg, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Macksburg, IA

Average humidity in March - Macksburg, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Macksburg, IA

Average rainfall in March - Macksburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Macksburg, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Macksburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Macksburg, IA

Average snowfall in March - Macksburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

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
Macksburg, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Macksburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Macksburg, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Macksburg, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Macksburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Macksburg, IA

Average UV index in March - Macksburg, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Macksburg, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Macksburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Macksburg, IA

Average visibility in March - Macksburg, 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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