March weather forecast
Red Oak, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Red Oak, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

March is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). During March, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 33.3°F (0.7°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Red Oak, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Red Oak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.2 days and collects up to 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Red Oak, in March, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Red Oak, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:45 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 6.4h.

UV index

In Red Oak, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Red Oak, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Red Oak have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Red Oak, 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 Red Oak?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Red Oak, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Red Oak, IA

Average temperature in March - Red Oak, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Red Oak, IA

Average pressure in March - Red Oak, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Red Oak, IA

Average wind speed in March - Red Oak, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Red Oak, IA

Average humidity in March - Red Oak, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Red Oak, IA

Average rainfall in March - Red Oak, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Red Oak, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Red Oak, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Red Oak, IA

Average snowfall in March - Red Oak, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Red Oak, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Red Oak, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Red Oak, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Red Oak, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Red Oak, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Red Oak, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Red Oak, IA

Average UV index in March - Red Oak, 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
Red Oak, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Red Oak, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Red Oak, IA

Average visibility in March - Red Oak, 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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