Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from February's subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in Sheldon consistently average a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) during March.Humidity
In Sheldon, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Sheldon, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sheldon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sheldon, Iowa. In Sheldon, in March, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow. In Sheldon, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.8 days and aggregates up to 19.21" (488mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Sheldon is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Sheldon, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Sheldon, Iowa, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents 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 necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Sheldon during March?
What is the average humidity in March in Sheldon?
How much does it rain in Sheldon in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Sheldon?
What is the average length of the day in March in Sheldon?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sheldon?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Sheldon?
How long on average sun shines in March in Sheldon?
What is the UV index reading in March in Sheldon?
Average temperature in March
Sheldon, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.6°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 (9.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Sheldon, 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 (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Sheldon, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Sheldon, IA
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Sheldon, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in March
Sheldon, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Sheldon, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.74"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Sheldon, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sheldon, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Sheldon, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Sheldon, 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 and February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Sheldon, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Sheldon, 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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