March weather forecast
Rockford, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Rockford, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

A shift in Rockford's weather is noticeable as February turns into March, with the average high temperature increases from a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). In Rockford, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Rockford, in March, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rockford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 25.98" (660mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rockford, in March, during 6.5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 21.69" (551mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:37 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 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

In March, in Rockford, the average high-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Rockford, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Rockford, in March, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rockford in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rockford have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:37 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 many hours of sunshine does Rockford have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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
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Average temperature in March
Rockford, IA

Average temperature in March - Rockford, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in March
Rockford, IA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rockford, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Rockford, IA

Average humidity in March - Rockford, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Rockford, IA

Average rainfall in March - Rockford, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Rockford, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Rockford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rockford, IA

Average snowfall in March - Rockford, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rockford, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Rockford, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rockford, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rockford, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Rockford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Rockford, IA

Average UV index in March - Rockford, 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
Rockford, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Rockford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Rockford, IA

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

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

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