March weather forecast
Percival, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Percival, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.4°F (10.8°C) and min 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, Percival's weather displays a notable increase in high-temperatures, climbing from February's cold 36°F (2.2°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Percival, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Percival, Iowa, in March, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Percival, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 27 snowfall days, and 10.35" (263mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:47 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 6.6h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Percival, is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Percival, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Percival, in March, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Percival?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:47 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Percival, IA

Average temperature in March - Percival, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Percival, IA

Average pressure in March - Percival, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Percival, IA

Average wind speed in March - Percival, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

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

Average humidity in March
Percival, IA

Average humidity in March - Percival, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Percival, IA

Average rainfall in March - Percival, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Percival, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Percival, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Percival, IA

Average snowfall in March - Percival, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Percival, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Percival, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Percival, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Percival, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Percival, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Percival, IA

Average UV index in March - Percival, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Percival, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Percival, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Percival, IA

Average visibility in March - Percival, 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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