March weather forecast
Northwood, IA

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Weather in March

With the arrival of spring, March in Northwood brings warmer temperatures, decreased snowfall, and increased rainfall. The weather conditions in this month are noticeably different from the cold and snowy February, as winter slowly begins to recede. March experiences an average rainfall of 1.38" (35mm), making it a notable month in the transition from snow to rain. April continues this temperature rise and reduction of winter precipitation. This month is the preface to warmer arm months in Northwood.

Temperature

March's arrival in Northwood is marked by a notable elevation in high-temperatures, rising from a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in February to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Northwood, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Northwood, there are 134.3 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated. In Northwood, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 57 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Northwood, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:38 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 in Northwood is 5.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Northwood?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Northwood, is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Northwood?

In Northwood, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in Northwood in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Northwood?

In March, in Northwood, Iowa, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Northwood have in March?

The average day length in March in Northwood, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Northwood?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Northwood?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Northwood, 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 in Northwood?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Northwood?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Northwood, IA

Average temperature in March - Northwood, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Northwood, IA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Northwood, IA

Average wind speed in March - Northwood, 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 (7.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Northwood, IA

Average humidity in March - Northwood, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Northwood, IA

Average rainfall in March - Northwood, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Northwood, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Northwood, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Northwood, IA

Average snowfall in March - Northwood, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Northwood, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Northwood, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Northwood, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Northwood, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Northwood, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Northwood, IA

Average UV index in March - Northwood, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Northwood, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Northwood, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Northwood, IA

Average visibility in March - Northwood, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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