March weather forecast
Moorland, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Moorland, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

March's arrival witnesses a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). An average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.9 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Moorland, Iowa, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.2 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:42 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 is 5.9h.

UV index

In Moorland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

Moorland in March has an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Moorland, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Moorland have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Moorland have in March?

In Moorland, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Moorland, IA

Average temperature in March - Moorland, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Moorland, IA

Average pressure in March - Moorland, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Moorland, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Moorland, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Moorland, IA

Average rainfall in March - Moorland, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Moorland, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Moorland, IA

Average snowfall in March - Moorland, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Moorland, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Moorland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Moorland, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Moorland, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Moorland, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Moorland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Moorland, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Moorland, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Moorland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Moorland, IA

Average visibility in March - Moorland, 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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