Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
With the transition into March, Popejoy experiences a significant increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) marks the nights throughout March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Popejoy, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Popejoy, there are 132 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Popejoy. In Popejoy, in March, during 6 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Popejoy, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 16.65" (423mm) of snow.Daylight
In Popejoy, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Popejoy, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 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 Popejoy, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Average temperature in March
Popejoy, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Popejoy, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Popejoy, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Popejoy, IA
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Popejoy, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in March
Popejoy, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Popejoy, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Popejoy, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Popejoy, 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: 5h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Popejoy, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Popejoy, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Popejoy, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Popejoy, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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