March weather forecast
Montezuma, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Montezuma, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a significant increase in average high-temperatures, soaring from February's subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). In Montezuma, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Montezuma, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Montezuma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.7 days and collects up to 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Montezuma, Iowa. In March, in Montezuma, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Montezuma, there are 34.7 snowfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Montezuma is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Montezuma, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Montezuma, Iowa, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In Montezuma, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Montezuma?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Montezuma, is 46.2°F (7.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Montezuma?

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

How much does it rain in Montezuma in March?

In Montezuma, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Montezuma in March?

In Montezuma, Iowa, in March, during 4.9 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Montezuma have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Montezuma?

On the first day of March in Montezuma, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Montezuma, Iowa, is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Montezuma?

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

Average temperature in March - Montezuma, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Montezuma, IA

Average pressure in March - Montezuma, 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
Montezuma, IA

Average wind speed in March - Montezuma, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

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

Average humidity in March
Montezuma, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Montezuma, IA

Average rainfall in March - Montezuma, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Montezuma, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Montezuma, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Montezuma, IA

Average snowfall in March - Montezuma, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Montezuma, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Montezuma, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Montezuma, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Montezuma, IA

Average UV index in March - Montezuma, 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
Montezuma, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Montezuma, IA

Average visibility in March - Montezuma, 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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