March weather forecast
Shannon City, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shannon City, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average high of 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, Shannon City's weather displays a notable increase in high-temperatures, climbing from February's cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). An average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) is observed during March nights in Shannon City.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Shannon City, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shannon City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.7 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shannon City, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Shannon City, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 12.01" (305mm) 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 6:49 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 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

In Shannon City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Shannon City, is 48.2°F (9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shannon City?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Shannon City, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Shannon City, in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day 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 6:49 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Shannon City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Shannon City is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shannon City, IA

Average temperature in March - Shannon City, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Shannon City, IA

Average pressure in March - Shannon City, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Shannon City, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Shannon City, IA

Average humidity in March - Shannon City, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Shannon City, IA

Average rainfall in March - Shannon City, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Shannon City, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Shannon City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shannon City, IA

Average snowfall in March - Shannon City, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shannon City, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Shannon City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shannon City, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shannon City, 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 1min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shannon City, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Shannon City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Shannon City, IA

Average UV index in March - Shannon City, 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
Shannon City, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Shannon City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Shannon City, IA

Average visibility in March - Shannon City, 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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