March weather forecast
May City, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, May City, Iowa, USA - Weather March' itemprop='relatedLink'>March, is a wintry month in May City, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). During the month of March, May City anticipates a mean low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, in May City, Iowa, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.2 rainfall days, and 9.25" (235mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in May City. In May City, during March, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In May City, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:47 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

The average sunshine in March in May City is 6.1h.

UV index

In May City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in May City in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in May City, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in May City?

The average relative humidity in March in May City is 78%.

How much does it rain in May City in March?

In May City, Iowa, in March, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in May City?

In March, in May City, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in May City?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in May City?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in May City?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in May City, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does May City have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in May City, Iowa, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in May City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in May City, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
May City, IA

Average temperature in March - May City, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°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 (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.4°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
May City, IA

Average pressure in March - May City, 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
May City, IA

Average wind speed in March - May City, 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
May City, IA

Average humidity in March - May City, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

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

Average rainfall in March
May City, IA

Average rainfall in March - May City, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
May City, IA

Average rainfall days in March - May City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
May City, IA

Average snowfall in March - May City, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
May City, IA

Average snowfall days in March - May City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
May City, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - May City, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
May City, IA

Average sunshine days in March - May City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
May City, IA

Average UV index in March - May City, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
May City, IA

Average cloud cover in March - May City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
May City, IA

Average visibility in March - May City, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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