March weather forecast
Patterson, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Patterson, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.5°F (0.3°C) and max 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Patterson's average high-temperature experiences a significant increase, moving from an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) is expected in Patterson.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Patterson, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Patterson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Patterson, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Patterson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:40 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

During March, Patterson experiences an average high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Patterson?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Patterson, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Patterson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Patterson, IA

Average temperature in March - Patterson, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Patterson, IA

Average pressure in March - Patterson, 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
Patterson, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Patterson, IA

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Patterson, IA

Average rainfall in March - Patterson, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

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

Average rainfall days in March
Patterson, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Patterson, IA

Average snowfall in March - Patterson, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Patterson, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Patterson, 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Patterson, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Patterson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Patterson, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Patterson, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Patterson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Patterson, IA

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

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

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