March weather forecast
Norwalk, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Norwalk, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks March, surging from February's icy 32.4°F (0.2°C) to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). Throughout March, Norwalk witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Norwalk, in March, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Norwalk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 16.38" (416mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Norwalk, during March, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.9 snowfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 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 Norwalk, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Norwalk, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Norwalk, in March, the average high-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Norwalk, during March, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Norwalk, in March, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Norwalk have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 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 many hours of sunshine does Norwalk have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Norwalk, IA

Average temperature in March - Norwalk, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Norwalk, IA

Average pressure in March - Norwalk, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Norwalk, IA

Average wind speed in March - Norwalk, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Norwalk, IA

Average humidity in March - Norwalk, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Norwalk, IA

Average rainfall in March - Norwalk, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Norwalk, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Norwalk, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Norwalk, IA

Average snowfall in March - Norwalk, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Norwalk, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Norwalk, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • 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
Norwalk, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Norwalk, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Norwalk, IA

Average UV index in March - Norwalk, 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
Norwalk, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Norwalk, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Norwalk, IA

Average visibility in March - Norwalk, 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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