March weather forecast
Oto, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oto, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). An average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) marks the nights throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Oto, Iowa, is 74%.

Rainfall

In Oto, Iowa, in March, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oto, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.4 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oto, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:48 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 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Oto is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Oto?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Oto during March are 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Oto?

In March, the average relative humidity in Oto, Iowa, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Oto in March?

In Oto, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Oto?

The month with the most snowfall in Oto, Iowa, is March, when snow falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Oto?

In March, in Oto, Iowa, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oto have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Oto?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Oto, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Oto?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Oto is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Oto, IA

Average temperature in March - Oto, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Oto, IA

Average pressure in March - Oto, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oto, IA

Average wind speed in March - Oto, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Oto, IA

Average humidity in March - Oto, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Oto, IA

Average rainfall in March - Oto, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Oto, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Oto, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oto, IA

Average snowfall in March - Oto, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oto, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Oto, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
Oto, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oto, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oto, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Oto, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Oto, IA

Average UV index in March - Oto, 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
Oto, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Oto, IA

Average visibility in March - Oto, 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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