March weather forecast
Pioneer, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pioneer, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, escalating from a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Pioneer's average low-temperature in March is measured at a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In Pioneer, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pioneer, during March, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 25" (635mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pioneer, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.2 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pioneer, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:43 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 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Pioneer, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Pioneer, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Pioneer, in March, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Pioneer, 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 6:51 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:43 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 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Pioneer, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Pioneer, IA

Average temperature in March - Pioneer, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Pioneer, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pioneer, IA

Average wind speed in March - Pioneer, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Pioneer, IA

Average humidity in March - Pioneer, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Pioneer, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Pioneer, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Pioneer, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pioneer, IA

Average snowfall in March - Pioneer, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pioneer, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Pioneer, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pioneer, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Pioneer, IA

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

Average cloud cover in March
Pioneer, IA

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

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 30).

Average visibility in March
Pioneer, IA

Average visibility in March - Pioneer, 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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