March weather forecast
Parkersburg, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Parkersburg, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.3°F (6.3°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

As Parkersburg transitions into March, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is observed, soaring from a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) in February to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Parkersburg, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In Parkersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.3 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Parkersburg, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Parkersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.2 days and aggregates up to 22.4" (569mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In Parkersburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Parkersburg, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Parkersburg, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Parkersburg?

In March, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Parkersburg have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Parkersburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index 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
Parkersburg, IA

Average temperature in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average pressure in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Parkersburg, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average humidity in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average rainfall in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average snowfall in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Parkersburg, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Parkersburg, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Parkersburg, IA

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

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

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