March weather forecast
Riverside, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Riverside, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Riverside in March showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Riverside, in March, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riverside, there are 144.7 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Riverside. In Riverside, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Riverside, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Riverside, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Riverside, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Riverside, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Riverside in March?

In Riverside, in March, the average high-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Riverside?

In March, the average relative humidity in Riverside is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Riverside?

In Riverside, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Riverside?

In Riverside, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Riverside?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Riverside?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Riverside, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Riverside is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Riverside?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Riverside, IA

Average temperature in March - Riverside, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Riverside, IA

Average pressure in March - Riverside, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Riverside, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Riverside, IA

Average humidity in March - Riverside, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Riverside, IA

Average rainfall in March - Riverside, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Riverside, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Riverside, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Riverside, IA

Average snowfall in March - Riverside, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Riverside, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Riverside, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Riverside, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Riverside, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Riverside, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Riverside, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Riverside, IA

Average UV index in March - Riverside, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Riverside, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Riverside, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Riverside, IA

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

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

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