March weather forecast
Runnells, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Runnells, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and an average high of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

As Runnells welcomes March, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C). March sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Runnells, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.7 rainfall days, and 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Runnells, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.2 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 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 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Runnells experiences an average high-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Runnells is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Runnells, during March, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Runnells have in March?

The average day length in March 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 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Runnells have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Runnells, IA

Average temperature in March - Runnells, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Runnells, IA

Average pressure in March - Runnells, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Runnells, IA

Average wind speed in March - Runnells, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Runnells, IA

Average humidity in March - Runnells, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Runnells, IA

Average rainfall in March - Runnells, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Runnells, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Runnells, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Runnells, IA

Average snowfall in March - Runnells, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Runnells, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Runnells, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4 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
Runnells, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Runnells, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Runnells, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Runnells, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Runnells, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Runnells, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Runnells, IA

Average visibility in March - Runnells, 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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