March weather forecast
Rossie, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rossie, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March is marked by a notable increase in high-temperatures, climbing from a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C) in February to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Rossie's average low-temperature for the month of March records at a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In Rossie, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rossie, in March, during 8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rossie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rossie, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rossie, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.5 days and aggregates up to 11.14" (283mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:46 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 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Rossie, is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rossie?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Rossie, during March, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Rossie, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rossie have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:46 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rossie, IA

Average temperature in March - Rossie, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Rossie, IA

Average pressure in March - Rossie, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Rossie, IA

Average wind speed in March - Rossie, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Rossie, IA

Average humidity in March - Rossie, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Rossie, IA

Average rainfall in March - Rossie, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Rossie, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Rossie, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rossie, IA

Average snowfall in March - Rossie, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rossie, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Rossie, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rossie, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rossie, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Rossie, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Rossie, IA

Average UV index in March - Rossie, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Rossie, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Rossie, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Rossie, IA

Average visibility in March - Rossie, 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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