March weather forecast
University Park, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in University Park, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

A noticeable upsurge in temperatures is seen as February gives way to March, with average highs moving from a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). University Park in March anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In University Park, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. In University Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 15.28" (388mm) of snow.

Daylight

In University Park, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:35 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 University Park, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature, in March, in University Park, is 47.5°F (8.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In University Park, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in University Park in March?

In University Park, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does University Park have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in University Park, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

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

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 University Park, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in University Park?

In University Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
University Park, IA

Average temperature in March - University Park, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
University Park, IA

Average pressure in March - University Park, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
University Park, IA

Average wind speed in March - University Park, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
University Park, IA

Average humidity in March - University Park, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
University Park, IA

Average rainfall in March - University Park, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
University Park, IA

Average rainfall days in March - University Park, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
University Park, IA

Average snowfall in March - University Park, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
University Park, IA

Average snowfall days in March - University Park, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
University Park, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - University Park, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
University Park, IA

Average sunshine days in March - University Park, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in March
University Park, IA

Average UV index in March - University Park, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
University Park, IA

Average cloud cover in March - University Park, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
University Park, IA

Average visibility in March - University Park, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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