March weather forecast
Rockwell, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rockwell, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

Rockwell's transition into March marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). In Rockwell, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Rockwell, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rockwell are January through May, October through December. In Rockwell, during March, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In Rockwell, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rockwell, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:38 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 5.8h.

UV index

In Rockwell, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

During March, Rockwell experiences an average high-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Rockwell, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rockwell?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

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 Rockwell have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Rockwell, IA

Average temperature in March - Rockwell, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°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 (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°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 (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Rockwell, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rockwell, IA

Average wind speed in March - Rockwell, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Rockwell, IA

Average humidity in March - Rockwell, 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
Rockwell, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Rockwell, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Rockwell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rockwell, IA

Average snowfall in March - Rockwell, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rockwell, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Rockwell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rockwell, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rockwell, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Rockwell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Rockwell, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Rockwell, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Rockwell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Rockwell, IA

Average visibility in March - Rockwell, 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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