March weather forecast
McClelland, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in McClelland, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

McClelland in March experiences a marked increase in the average high-temperature, ascending from February's cold 33.8°F (1°C) to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). Throughout the month of March, McClelland witnesses an average temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In McClelland, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In McClelland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.8 days and collects up to 25.35" (644mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in McClelland are January through May, October through December. In McClelland, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.7 snowfall days, and 13.07" (332mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 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 is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in McClelland, is 49.6°F (9.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In McClelland, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

How much does it rain in McClelland in March?

In McClelland, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In McClelland, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in McClelland, 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 McClelland have in March?

In McClelland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - McClelland, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in March
McClelland, IA

Average pressure in March - McClelland, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
McClelland, IA

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

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

Average humidity in March
McClelland, IA

Average humidity in March - McClelland, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
McClelland, IA

Average rainfall in March - McClelland, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in March
McClelland, IA

Average rainfall days in March - McClelland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
McClelland, IA

Average snowfall in March - McClelland, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McClelland, IA

Average snowfall days in March - McClelland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McClelland, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
McClelland, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
McClelland, IA

Average UV index in March - McClelland, 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
McClelland, IA

Average cloud cover in March - McClelland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
McClelland, IA

Average visibility in March - McClelland, 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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