March weather forecast
Monroe, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Monroe, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

March indicates a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, moving up from a cold 32°F (0°C) in February to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Monroe, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Monroe, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Monroe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Monroe, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Monroe, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 15.12" (384mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Monroe, Iowa, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Monroe?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Monroe, Iowa, during March are 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Monroe?

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

How much does it rain in Monroe in March?

In Monroe, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Monroe in March?

In Monroe, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Monroe have in March?

The average day length in March in Monroe, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Monroe?

On the first day of March in Monroe, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Monroe, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Monroe?

In Monroe, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Monroe?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Monroe, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Monroe, IA

Average temperature in March - Monroe, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Monroe, IA

Average pressure in March - Monroe, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Monroe, IA

Average wind speed in March - Monroe, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Monroe, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Monroe, IA

Average rainfall in March - Monroe, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Monroe, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Monroe, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Monroe, IA

Average snowfall in March - Monroe, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Monroe, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Monroe, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Monroe, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Monroe, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Monroe, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Monroe, IA

Average UV index in March - Monroe, 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
Monroe, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Monroe, IA

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

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

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