March weather forecast
Matlock, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Matlock, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) in February to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Matlock encounters a steady low-temperature average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In Matlock, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Matlock, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Matlock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Matlock, during March, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. In Matlock, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.8 days and aggregates up to 19.21" (488mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Matlock, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Matlock, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Matlock is 77%.

How much does it rain in Matlock in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Matlock, in March, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Matlock have in March?

In Matlock, 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 6:58 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Matlock?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Matlock, IA

Average temperature in March - Matlock, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°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 (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Matlock, IA

Average pressure in March - Matlock, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Matlock, IA

Average wind speed in March - Matlock, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Matlock, IA

Average humidity in March - Matlock, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Matlock, IA

Average rainfall in March - Matlock, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Matlock, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Matlock, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Matlock, IA

Average snowfall in March - Matlock, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Matlock, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Matlock, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Matlock, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Matlock, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Matlock, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Matlock, IA

Average UV index in March - Matlock, 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 and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Matlock, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Matlock, IA

Average visibility in March - Matlock, 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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