March weather forecast
Peosta, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Peosta, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

Peosta's weather in March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Peosta, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Peosta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.9 days and collects up to 28.11" (714mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Peosta, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.4 snowfall days, and 17.64" (448mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Peosta, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 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 6.2h.

UV index

In Peosta, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Peosta in March?

In March, in Peosta, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Peosta, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Peosta?

In Peosta, in March, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) 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?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

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

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 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Peosta, IA

Average temperature in March - Peosta, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Peosta, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Peosta, IA

Average wind speed in March - Peosta, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Peosta, IA

Average humidity in March - Peosta, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Peosta, IA

Average rainfall in March - Peosta, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Peosta, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Peosta, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Peosta, IA

Average snowfall in March - Peosta, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Peosta, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Peosta, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Peosta, IA

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Peosta, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Peosta, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Peosta, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Peosta, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Peosta, IA

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

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

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