March weather forecast
Mount Union, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Mount Union, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

Mount Union's transition into March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

In Mount Union, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Mount Union, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Mount Union, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Mount Union, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mount Union, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mount Union, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In Mount Union, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Mount Union, in March, the average high-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Mount Union, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Mount Union, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Mount Union?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 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 is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Mount Union?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Union, IA

Average temperature in March - Mount Union, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Union, IA

Average pressure in March - Mount Union, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mount Union, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Union, IA

Average humidity in March - Mount Union, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Mount Union, IA

Average rainfall in March - Mount Union, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Union, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Union, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Union, IA

Average snowfall in March - Mount Union, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Union, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Union, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Union, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Union, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Union, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Union, IA

Average UV index in March - Mount Union, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Mount Union, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Union, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Mount Union, IA

Average visibility in March - Mount Union, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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