March weather forecast
Massey, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Massey, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Massey's transition into March is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). In March, Massey's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Massey, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.9 rainfall days, and 28.11" (714mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated. In Massey, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.4 days and aggregates up to 17.64" (448mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Massey, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Massey, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Massey?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Massey, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:27 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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Massey is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Massey, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Massey, IA

Average temperature in March - Massey, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Massey, IA

Average pressure in March - Massey, 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
Massey, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Massey, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Massey, IA

Average rainfall in March - Massey, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Massey, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Massey, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Massey, IA

Average snowfall in March - Massey, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Massey, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Massey, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Massey, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Massey, 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: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Massey, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Massey, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Massey, IA

Average UV index in March - Massey, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Massey, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Massey, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Massey, IA

Average visibility in March - Massey, 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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