March weather forecast
Swaledale, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Swaledale, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

March signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, soaring from February's freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C). Swaledale's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Swaledale, Iowa, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Swaledale, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Swaledale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Swaledale, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.2 snowfall days, and 26.26" (667mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Swaledale, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Swaledale, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Swaledale, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Swaledale?

The high-temperature in Swaledale during March is 41.4°F (5.2°C) and the low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Swaledale?

In Swaledale, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Swaledale in March?

In Swaledale, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Swaledale?

In Swaledale, in March, during 8.6 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Swaledale?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Swaledale?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Swaledale, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Swaledale?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Swaledale, IA

Average temperature in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Swaledale, IA

Average pressure in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Swaledale, IA

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

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

Average humidity in March
Swaledale, IA

Average humidity in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Swaledale, IA

Average rainfall in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Swaledale, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Swaledale, IA

Average snowfall in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Swaledale, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Swaledale, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Swaledale, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Swaledale, IA

Average UV index in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Swaledale, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Swaledale, IA

Average visibility in March - Swaledale, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).

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