March weather forecast
Saint Paul, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Saint Paul, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.2°F (1.2°C) and max 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C). Throughout March, Saint Paul encounters an average temperature drop to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Saint Paul, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Paul, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Saint Paul, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) 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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Saint Paul, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Saint Paul, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Saint Paul, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Saint Paul, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Paul have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Saint Paul, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average temperature in March - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average pressure in March - Saint Paul, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average wind speed in March - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average humidity in March - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average rainfall in March - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average snowfall in March - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saint Paul, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average UV index in March - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Saint Paul, IA

Average visibility in March - Saint Paul, 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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