March weather forecast
Mount Lucia, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Mount Lucia, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature rise, advancing from February's subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). In Mount Lucia, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Mount Lucia, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122 rainfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mount Lucia. In Mount Lucia, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Mount Lucia, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Mount Lucia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Mount Lucia is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Mount Lucia, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Mount Lucia, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Lucia have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:51 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Mount Lucia is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Mount Lucia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average temperature in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average pressure in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average wind speed in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average humidity in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average rainfall in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average snowfall in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Lucia, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average UV index in March - Mount Lucia, 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
Mount Lucia, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average visibility in March - Mount Lucia, 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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