March weather forecast
Otho, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Otho, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

Otho's March weather is marked by a distinct rise in high-temperatures, escalating from a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During March, Otho's temperature averages to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Otho, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.9 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. In Otho, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.2 days and aggregates up to 17.01" (432mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Otho, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Otho, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In Otho, 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 the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Otho, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 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?

In Otho, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Otho, IA

Average temperature in March - Otho, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Otho, IA

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

Average wind speed in March
Otho, IA

Average wind speed in March - Otho, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Otho, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Otho, IA

Average rainfall in March - Otho, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Otho, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Otho, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Otho, IA

Average snowfall in March - Otho, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Otho, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Otho, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Otho, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Otho, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Otho, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Otho, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Otho, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Otho, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Otho, IA

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

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

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