March weather forecast
Westwood, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Westwood, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

Westwood's weather in March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). In Westwood, the average nighttime temperature during March is an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Westwood is 75%.

Rainfall

In Westwood, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Westwood, there are 140.1 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Westwood are January through April, October through December. In Westwood, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Westwood, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 15" (381mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Westwood is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Westwood in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Westwood, is 48.2°F (9°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Westwood?

The average relative humidity in March in Westwood, Iowa, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Westwood in March?

In Westwood, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Westwood in March?

In Westwood, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westwood have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Westwood?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Westwood, Iowa, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Westwood?

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

Average temperature in March - Westwood, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Westwood, IA

Average pressure in March - Westwood, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Westwood, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Westwood, IA

Average humidity in March - Westwood, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Westwood, IA

Average rainfall in March - Westwood, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Westwood, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Westwood, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Westwood, IA

Average snowfall in March - Westwood, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Westwood, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Westwood, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Westwood, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Westwood, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Westwood, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Westwood, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Westwood, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Westwood, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Westwood, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Westwood, IA

Average visibility in March - Westwood, 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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