March weather forecast
Protivin, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Protivin, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, escalating from a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in February to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). An average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Protivin, during March, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In Protivin, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.5 days and collects up to 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Protivin, during March, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.5 snowfall days, and 25.43" (646mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:34 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

In Protivin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Protivin, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in Protivin in March?

In Protivin, during March, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Protivin, during March, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Protivin, 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 6:43 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Protivin?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Protivin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Protivin, IA

Average temperature in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Protivin, IA

Average pressure in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Protivin, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Protivin, IA

Average humidity in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Protivin, IA

Average rainfall in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Protivin, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Protivin, IA

Average snowfall in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Protivin, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Protivin, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Protivin, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Protivin, IA

Average UV index in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Protivin, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Protivin, IA

Average visibility in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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