March weather forecast
Oakdale, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Oakdale, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

As Oakdale steps into March, the average high-temperature increases significantly from the a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) of February to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Oakdale's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oakdale, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Oakdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.7 days and collects up to 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oakdale, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Oakdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.6 days and aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Oakdale?

The high-temperature, in March, in Oakdale, records 46°F (7.8°C), while the low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Oakdale?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Oakdale?

In Oakdale, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Oakdale in March?

In Oakdale, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oakdale have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Oakdale?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Oakdale, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

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 Oakdale have in March?

In Oakdale, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Oakdale?

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

Average temperature in March - Oakdale, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Oakdale, IA

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

Average wind speed in March
Oakdale, IA

Average wind speed in March - Oakdale, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

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

Average humidity in March
Oakdale, IA

Average humidity in March - Oakdale, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Oakdale, IA

Average rainfall in March - Oakdale, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Oakdale, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Oakdale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oakdale, IA

Average snowfall in March - Oakdale, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oakdale, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Oakdale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 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
Oakdale, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oakdale, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oakdale, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Oakdale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Oakdale, IA

Average UV index in March - Oakdale, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Oakdale, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Oakdale, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Oakdale, IA

Average visibility in March - Oakdale, 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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