March weather forecast
Prescott, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Prescott, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.6°F (9.2°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from February's icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). An average temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) marks the nights in March.

Humidity

In Prescott, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Prescott, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.1 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Prescott, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Prescott, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Prescott, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 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 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Prescott, in March, the average high-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Prescott, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Prescott, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Prescott, IA

Average temperature in March - Prescott, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in March
Prescott, IA

Average pressure in March - Prescott, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Prescott, IA

Average wind speed in March - Prescott, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Prescott, IA

Average humidity in March - Prescott, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Prescott, IA

Average rainfall in March - Prescott, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Prescott, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Prescott, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Prescott, IA

Average snowfall in March - Prescott, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Prescott, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Prescott, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Prescott, 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 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Prescott, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Prescott, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Prescott, IA

Average UV index in March - Prescott, 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
Prescott, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Prescott, IA

Average visibility in March - Prescott, 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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