March weather forecast
Sioux Rapids, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sioux Rapids, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

A clear escalation in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of March, surging from a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is witnessed throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sioux Rapids, there are 127.3 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sioux Rapids, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sioux Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 19.06" (484mm) 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 6:54 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:46 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sioux Rapids in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sioux Rapids, Iowa, during March are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Sioux Rapids?

The average relative humidity in March in Sioux Rapids is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sioux Rapids?

In Sioux Rapids, Iowa, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Sioux Rapids?

In March, in Sioux Rapids, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sioux Rapids have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sioux Rapids?

On the first day of March in Sioux Rapids, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Sioux Rapids, 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 Sioux Rapids?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Sioux Rapids, Iowa, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Sioux Rapids?

In Sioux Rapids, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average temperature in March - Sioux Rapids, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.3°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
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average pressure in March - Sioux Rapids, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average humidity in March - Sioux Rapids, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

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

Average rainfall in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average rainfall in March - Sioux Rapids, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Sioux Rapids, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average snowfall in March - Sioux Rapids, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Sioux Rapids, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sioux Rapids, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Sioux Rapids, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average UV index in March - Sioux Rapids, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Sioux Rapids, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
Sioux Rapids, IA

Average visibility in March - Sioux Rapids, 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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