March weather forecast
Melrose, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Melrose, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.2°F (9°C) and an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). Melrose reports a consistent average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) throughout March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Melrose, Iowa, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Melrose, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Melrose, there are 119 rainfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Melrose are January through May, October through December. In Melrose, in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Melrose, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 10.28" (261mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:36 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 March, the average sunshine in Melrose is 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Melrose is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Melrose in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Melrose, is 48.2°F (9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Melrose?

The average relative humidity in March in Melrose, Iowa, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Melrose in March?

In Melrose, Iowa, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Melrose?

In March, in Melrose, Iowa, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Melrose?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Melrose?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Melrose?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Melrose, IA

Average temperature in March - Melrose, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Melrose, IA

Average pressure in March - Melrose, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Melrose, IA

Average wind speed in March - Melrose, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Melrose, IA

Average humidity in March - Melrose, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Melrose, IA

Average rainfall in March - Melrose, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Melrose, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Melrose, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Melrose, IA

Average snowfall in March - Melrose, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Melrose, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Melrose, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Melrose, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Melrose, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Melrose, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Melrose, IA

Average UV index in March - Melrose, 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
Melrose, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Melrose, IA

Average visibility in March - Melrose, 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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