March weather forecast
Rutland, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rutland, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

As Rutland welcomes March, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Rutland throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In Rutland, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 25" (635mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rutland, during March, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In Rutland, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rutland is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Rutland, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The high-temperature during March is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rutland, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rutland, in March, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rutland have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:42 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Rutland, IA

Average temperature in March - Rutland, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Rutland, IA

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

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

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

Average humidity in March
Rutland, IA

Average humidity in March - Rutland, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Rutland, IA

Average rainfall in March - Rutland, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Rutland, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Rutland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rutland, IA

Average snowfall in March - Rutland, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rutland, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Rutland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rutland, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rutland, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Rutland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Rutland, IA

Average UV index in March - Rutland, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rutland, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Rutland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

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 30).

Average visibility in March
Rutland, IA

Average visibility in March - Rutland, 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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