March weather forecast
Pleasant Plain, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Pleasant Plain, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Pleasant Plain's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of March, as the average high-temperature moves from an icy 34°F (1.1°C) in February to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). The average temperature drops to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) during the night in the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pleasant Plain, Iowa, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pleasant Plain, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pleasant Plain, there are 32.1 snowfall days, and 14.33" (364mm) 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 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Pleasant Plain is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Pleasant Plain?

In March, in Pleasant Plain, the average high-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Pleasant Plain, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Plain have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Pleasant Plain?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

Average temperature in March - Pleasant Plain, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

Average pressure in March - Pleasant Plain, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

Average rainfall in March - Pleasant Plain, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Pleasant Plain, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

Average snowfall in March - Pleasant Plain, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Pleasant Plain, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Pleasant Plain, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pleasant Plain, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Pleasant Plain, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

Average UV index in March - Pleasant Plain, 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 Plain, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Pleasant Plain, IA

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

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

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