March weather forecast
New Buffalo, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in New Buffalo, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

New Buffalo's transition into March marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 30.2°F (-1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In New Buffalo, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In New Buffalo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.2 snowfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) 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 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 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 New Buffalo, Iowa, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in New Buffalo is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In New Buffalo, 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.2°F (-1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In New Buffalo, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In New Buffalo, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in New Buffalo?

In New Buffalo, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 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 New Buffalo have in March?

In New Buffalo, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average temperature in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average pressure in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
New Buffalo, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average humidity in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average rainfall in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average rainfall days in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average snowfall in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average snowfall days in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Buffalo, IA

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

  • 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: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average sunshine days in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average UV index in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average cloud cover in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
New Buffalo, IA

Average visibility in March - New Buffalo, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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