March weather forecast
Pleasant Hill, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pleasant Hill, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Pleasant Hill, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pleasant Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79 days and collects up to 5.94" (151mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pleasant Hill are January through April, October through December. In Pleasant Hill, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pleasant Hill, there are 22 snowfall days, and 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Pleasant Hill is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:38 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 in Pleasant Hill is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Pleasant Hill is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pleasant Hill in March?

During March, Pleasant Hill experiences an average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pleasant Hill?

In March, the average relative humidity in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Pleasant Hill in March?

In Pleasant Hill, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Pleasant Hill?

In Pleasant Hill, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Pleasant Hill?

In Pleasant Hill, Iowa, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Pleasant Hill?

On the first day of March in Pleasant Hill, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, 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 Pleasant Hill have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Pleasant Hill?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average temperature in March - Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average pressure in March - Pleasant Hill, 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
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average wind speed in March - Pleasant Hill, 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 August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average humidity in March - Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average rainfall in March - Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average snowfall in March - Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average UV index in March - Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Pleasant Hill, IA

Average visibility in March - Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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