March weather forecast
Plano, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Plano, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.4°F (0.8°C) and max 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

March signals a considerable rise in Plano's average high-temperature, advancing from a cold 34°F (1.1°C) in February to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). Plano experiences an average low-temperature reading of 33.4°F (0.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Plano, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plano are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated. In Plano, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Plano, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Plano, in March, the average high-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Plano, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Plano, in March, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plano have in March?

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 6:44 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Plano?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Plano?

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

Average temperature in March - Plano, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Plano, IA

Average pressure in March - Plano, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Plano, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Plano, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Plano, IA

Average rainfall in March - Plano, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Plano, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Plano, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plano, IA

Average snowfall in March - Plano, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plano, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Plano, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plano, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plano, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Plano, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Plano, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Plano, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Plano, IA

Average visibility in March - Plano, 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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