March weather forecast
Meriden, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Meriden, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Meriden experiences a distinct temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Meriden, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Meriden, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Meriden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Meriden, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Meriden, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 10.67" (271mm) 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 6:56 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Meriden, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In Meriden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, in Meriden, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Meriden, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Meriden, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Meriden have in March?

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 6:56 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Meriden have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Meriden?

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

Average temperature in March - Meriden, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in March
Meriden, IA

Average pressure in March - Meriden, 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
Meriden, IA

Average wind speed in March - Meriden, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Meriden, IA

Average humidity in March - Meriden, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Meriden, IA

Average rainfall in March - Meriden, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Meriden, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Meriden, IA

Average snowfall in March - Meriden, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Meriden, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Meriden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Meriden, 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: 6h and 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Meriden, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Meriden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Meriden, IA

Average UV index in March - Meriden, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Meriden, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Meriden, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Meriden, IA

Average visibility in March - Meriden, 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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