March weather forecast
Otley, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Otley, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

As Otley steps into March, the average high-temperature increases significantly from the a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C) of February to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). An average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) marks the nights throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Otley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 12.28" (312mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Otley, in March, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Otley, there are 29.7 snowfall days, and 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Otley, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Otley, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Otley, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Otley in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Otley, Iowa, during March are 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Otley?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Otley?

In Otley, Iowa, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Otley?

In Otley, during March, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Otley?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Otley?

On the first day of March in Otley, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Otley, Iowa, is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Otley?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Otley is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Otley, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Otley, IA

Average pressure in March - Otley, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Otley, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Otley, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Otley, IA

Average rainfall in March - Otley, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Otley, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Otley, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Otley, IA

Average snowfall in March - Otley, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Otley, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Otley, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Otley, 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 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Otley, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Otley, IA

Average UV index in March - Otley, 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
Otley, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Otley, IA

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

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

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