March weather forecast
Mitchell, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mitchell, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

March indicates a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, moving up from a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in February to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). An average temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) marks the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, in Mitchell, Iowa, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mitchell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Mitchell is 5.7h.

UV index

In Mitchell, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Mitchell, in March, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mitchell have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Mitchell have in March?

In Mitchell, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mitchell, IA

Average temperature in March - Mitchell, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Mitchell, IA

Average pressure in March - Mitchell, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mitchell, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Mitchell, IA

Average humidity in March - Mitchell, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Mitchell, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Mitchell, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mitchell, IA

Average snowfall in March - Mitchell, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mitchell, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Mitchell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mitchell, 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: 5h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Mitchell, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Mitchell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Mitchell, IA

Average UV index in March - Mitchell, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Mitchell, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Mitchell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

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
Mitchell, IA

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

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

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