March weather forecast
Manchester, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Manchester, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

In Manchester, the average high-temperature in March soars, from a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February, to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Manchester experiences a consistent average temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Manchester, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Manchester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Manchester, during March, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 6.81" (173mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Manchester, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Manchester, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:31 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 March, the average sunshine in Manchester is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Manchester, is 43°F (6.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Manchester, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Manchester have in March?

In Manchester, 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 6:39 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Manchester, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Manchester, IA

Average temperature in March - Manchester, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Manchester, IA

Average pressure in March - Manchester, 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
Manchester, IA

Average wind speed in March - Manchester, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

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
Manchester, IA

Average humidity in March - Manchester, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Manchester, IA

Average rainfall in March - Manchester, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Manchester, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Manchester, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Manchester, IA

Average snowfall in March - Manchester, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Manchester, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Manchester, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Manchester, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Manchester, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Manchester, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Manchester, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Manchester, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Manchester, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Manchester, IA

Average visibility in March - Manchester, 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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