March weather forecast
Pleasanton, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pleasanton, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Pleasanton's average high-temperature witnesses a clear rise, advancing from February's icy 34.5°F (1.4°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). During March, Pleasanton's temperature averages to an icy 33.8°F (1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pleasanton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.4 days and collects up to 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Pleasanton, in March, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 27.9 snowfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pleasanton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Pleasanton, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 33.8°F (1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Pleasanton?

In Pleasanton, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Pleasanton, during March, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Pleasanton have in March?

In Pleasanton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Pleasanton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pleasanton, IA

Average temperature in March - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Pleasanton, IA

Average pressure in March - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Pleasanton, IA

Average wind speed in March - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Pleasanton, IA

Average humidity in March - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Pleasanton, IA

Average rainfall in March - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Pleasanton, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pleasanton, IA

Average snowfall in March - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pleasanton, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pleasanton, 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 1min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pleasanton, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Pleasanton, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Pleasanton, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Pleasanton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Pleasanton, IA

Average visibility in March - Pleasanton, 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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