March weather forecast
Winthrop, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Winthrop, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

March witnesses a clear temperature increase, soaring from a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) in February to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In Winthrop, March nights cool down to an average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In Winthrop, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Winthrop, during March, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.6 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Winthrop, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.9 snowfall days, and 18.43" (468mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Winthrop, Iowa, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Winthrop, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

Winthrop in March has an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Winthrop, Iowa, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Winthrop, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Winthrop, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 7:32 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 Winthrop?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Winthrop, IA

Average temperature in March - Winthrop, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Winthrop, IA

Average pressure in March - Winthrop, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Winthrop, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Winthrop, IA

Average humidity in March - Winthrop, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Winthrop, IA

Average rainfall in March - Winthrop, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Winthrop, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Winthrop, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Winthrop, IA

Average snowfall in March - Winthrop, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Winthrop, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Winthrop, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Winthrop, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Winthrop, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Winthrop, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January, October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Winthrop, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Winthrop, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Winthrop, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Winthrop, IA

Average visibility in March - Winthrop, 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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