March weather forecast
McGregor, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in McGregor, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

March witnesses a clear temperature increase, soaring from a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) in February to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In McGregor, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In McGregor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.7 days and collects up to 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in McGregor, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. In McGregor, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.5 days and aggregates up to 15.47" (393mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 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 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 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 McGregor, records 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in McGregor?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In McGregor, in March, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 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 many hours of sunshine does McGregor have in March?

In McGregor, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in McGregor?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
McGregor, IA

Average temperature in March - McGregor, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in March
McGregor, IA

Average pressure in March - McGregor, 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
McGregor, IA

Average wind speed in March - McGregor, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
McGregor, IA

Average humidity in March - McGregor, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
McGregor, IA

Average rainfall in March - McGregor, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
McGregor, IA

Average rainfall days in March - McGregor, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
McGregor, IA

Average snowfall in March - McGregor, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McGregor, IA

Average snowfall days in March - McGregor, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
McGregor, IA

Average sunshine days in March - McGregor, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
McGregor, IA

Average UV index in March - McGregor, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
McGregor, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
McGregor, IA

Average visibility in March - McGregor, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).

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