March weather forecast
Swisher, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Swisher, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

A shift in Swisher's weather is noticeable as February turns into March, with the average high temperature increases from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). Swisher records an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Swisher, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.7 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. In Swisher, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.1 days and aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Swisher, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Swisher, in March, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Swisher, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Swisher have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Swisher?

In Swisher, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Swisher, IA

Average temperature in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Swisher, IA

Average pressure in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Swisher, IA

Average wind speed in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Swisher, IA

Average humidity in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Swisher, IA

Average rainfall in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Swisher, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Swisher, IA

Average snowfall in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Swisher, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Swisher, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Swisher, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Swisher, IA

Average UV index in March - Swisher, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Swisher, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Swisher, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Swisher, IA

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

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

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