March weather forecast
Worthington, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Worthington, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in February to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Worthington, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Worthington, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.8 rainfall days, and 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Worthington, during March, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.4 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Worthington, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:29 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 is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Worthington, is 42.8°F (6°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Worthington, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Worthington, in March, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:29 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 many hours of sunshine does Worthington have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Worthington, IA

Average temperature in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°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: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Worthington, IA

Average pressure in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Worthington, IA

Average wind speed in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Worthington, IA

Average humidity in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Worthington, IA

Average rainfall in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Worthington, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Worthington, IA

Average snowfall in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Worthington, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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
Worthington, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Worthington, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Worthington, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Worthington, IA

Average UV index in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Worthington, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Worthington, IA

Average visibility in March - Worthington, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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