March weather forecast
Pilot Mound, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Pilot Mound, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

Pilot Mound's weather in March is characterized by a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). Pilot Mound, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pilot Mound, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pilot Mound, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pilot Mound, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.8 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:41 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 5.9h.

UV index

In Pilot Mound, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, in Pilot Mound, the average high-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Pilot Mound, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Pilot Mound, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 6:49 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:41 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 many hours of sunshine does Pilot Mound have in March?

In Pilot Mound, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Pilot Mound, IA

Average temperature in March - Pilot Mound, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Pilot Mound, IA

Average pressure in March - Pilot Mound, 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
Pilot Mound, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Pilot Mound, IA

Average humidity in March - Pilot Mound, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

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

Average rainfall in March
Pilot Mound, IA

Average rainfall in March - Pilot Mound, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Pilot Mound, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Pilot Mound, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pilot Mound, IA

Average snowfall in March - Pilot Mound, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

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
Pilot Mound, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Pilot Mound, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pilot Mound, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pilot Mound, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pilot Mound, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Pilot Mound, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Pilot Mound, IA

Average UV index in March - Pilot Mound, 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
Pilot Mound, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Pilot Mound, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Pilot Mound, IA

Average visibility in March - Pilot Mound, 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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