March weather forecast
West Chester, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Chester, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in March, the average high-temperature goes from February's icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). West Chester's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In West Chester, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In West Chester, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.8 snowfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 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 West Chester, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature during March is 47.5°F (8.6°C) and the low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In West Chester, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Chester have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in West Chester, 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 West Chester have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Chester, IA

Average temperature in March - West Chester, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
West Chester, IA

Average pressure in March - West Chester, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
West Chester, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
West Chester, IA

Average humidity in March - West Chester, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
West Chester, IA

Average rainfall in March - West Chester, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
West Chester, IA

Average rainfall days in March - West Chester, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Chester, IA

Average snowfall in March - West Chester, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Chester, IA

Average snowfall days in March - West Chester, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
West Chester, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Chester, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Chester, IA

Average sunshine days in March - West Chester, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
West Chester, IA

Average UV index in March - West Chester, 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
West Chester, IA

Average cloud cover in March - West Chester, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
West Chester, IA

Average visibility in March - West Chester, 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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