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
The onset of March brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in February to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 26.6°F (-3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Ridgeway is 82%.Rainfall
In Ridgeway, during March, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In Ridgeway, 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 Ridgeway, in March, during 9.6 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:33 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 Ridgeway, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.UV index
In Ridgeway, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
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Average temperature in March
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, 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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