March weather forecast
Ruthven, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Ruthven, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

A notable increase in the average high-temperature is observed during March, soaring from a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C) in February to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). The average temperature drops to a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) during the night in the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ruthven, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138 rainfall days, and 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ruthven, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ruthven, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.6 days and aggregates up to 23.03" (585mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Ruthven, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Ruthven, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Ruthven, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Ruthven?

Ruthven in March has an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ruthven?

The average relative humidity in March in Ruthven is 77%.

How much does it rain in Ruthven in March?

In Ruthven, in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Ruthven?

In Ruthven, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ruthven?

On the first day of March in Ruthven, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

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

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 in Ruthven?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ruthven?

In Ruthven, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Ruthven, IA

Average temperature in March - Ruthven, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°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
Ruthven, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ruthven, IA

Average wind speed in March - Ruthven, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Ruthven, IA

Average humidity in March - Ruthven, 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
Ruthven, IA

Average rainfall in March - Ruthven, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Ruthven, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Ruthven, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ruthven, IA

Average snowfall in March - Ruthven, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ruthven, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Ruthven, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ruthven, 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 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ruthven, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Ruthven, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Ruthven, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Ruthven, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Ruthven, IA

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

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

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