March weather forecast
Olds, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Olds, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.2°F (9°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Olds's March weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). Olds, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Olds, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Olds, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Olds, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Olds, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Olds, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Olds, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Olds is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Olds, IA

Average temperature in March - Olds, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Olds, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Olds, IA

Average wind speed in March - Olds, 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 (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Olds, IA

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Olds, IA

Average rainfall in March - Olds, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Olds, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Olds, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Olds, IA

Average snowfall in March - Olds, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Olds, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Olds, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Olds, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Olds, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Olds, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Olds, IA

Average UV index in March - Olds, 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
Olds, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Olds, IA

Average visibility in March - Olds, 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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