March weather forecast
Tennant, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Tennant, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.9°F (8.3°C) and min 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). During the March nights, an average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is observed in Tennant.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Tennant, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Tennant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.5 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. In Tennant, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.5 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Tennant, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 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

In March, the average sunshine in Tennant is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tennant in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Tennant, is 46.9°F (8.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Tennant, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Tennant, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tennant have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Tennant have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Tennant, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Tennant, IA

Average temperature in March - Tennant, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Tennant, IA

Average pressure in March - Tennant, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Tennant, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Tennant, IA

Average humidity in March - Tennant, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Tennant, IA

Average rainfall in March - Tennant, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Tennant, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Tennant, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Tennant, IA

Average snowfall in March - Tennant, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Tennant, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Tennant, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Tennant, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Tennant, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Tennant, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Tennant, IA

Average UV index in March - Tennant, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Tennant, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Tennant, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Tennant, IA

Average visibility in March - Tennant, 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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