March weather forecast
Paton, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Paton, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

March brings a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving up from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is observed in Paton.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Paton is 75%.

Rainfall

In Paton, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Paton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Paton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Paton, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Paton, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Paton is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Paton?

In Paton, in March, the average high-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Paton?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Paton?

In March, in Paton, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Paton?

In Paton, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Paton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Paton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Paton, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Paton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Paton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Paton, Iowa, 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 snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Paton, IA

Average temperature in March - Paton, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Paton, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Paton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Paton, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Paton, IA

Average rainfall in March - Paton, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Paton, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Paton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Paton, IA

Average snowfall in March - Paton, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Paton, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Paton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Paton, 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 12min).

  • 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: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Paton, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Paton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Paton, IA

Average UV index in March - Paton, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Paton, IA

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

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
Paton, IA

Average visibility in March - Paton, 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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