March weather forecast
New Virginia, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in New Virginia, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, escalating from an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). During March nights, New Virginia witnesses a consistent average temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In New Virginia, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Virginia, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.6 days and collects up to 20.43" (519mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.8 snowfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) 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 6:47 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Virginia, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

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 the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In New Virginia, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In New Virginia, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Virginia have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:39 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 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in New Virginia?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
New Virginia, IA

Average temperature in March - New Virginia, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in March
New Virginia, IA

Average pressure in March - New Virginia, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
New Virginia, IA

Average wind speed in March - New Virginia, 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 (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
New Virginia, IA

Average humidity in March - New Virginia, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

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

Average rainfall in March
New Virginia, IA

Average rainfall in March - New Virginia, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
New Virginia, IA

Average rainfall days in March - New Virginia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Virginia, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Virginia, IA

Average snowfall days in March - New Virginia, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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 Virginia, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Virginia, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Virginia, IA

Average sunshine days in March - New Virginia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
New Virginia, IA

Average UV index in March - New Virginia, 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
New Virginia, IA

Average cloud cover in March - New Virginia, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
New Virginia, IA

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

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

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