March weather forecast
Iowa, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Iowa, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 70.9°F (21.6°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in February to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). During March, Iowa consistently records a temperature low averaging a cool 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Iowa, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.1 days and collects up to 39.25" (997mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Iowa in March?

Iowa in March has an average high-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Iowa, in March, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Iowa have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Iowa, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. 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
Iowa, LA

Average temperature in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Iowa, LA

Average pressure in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Iowa, LA

Average wind speed in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Iowa, LA

Average humidity in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Iowa, LA

Average rainfall in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.32").

Average rainfall days in March
Iowa, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Iowa, LA

Average snowfall in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Iowa, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Iowa, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Iowa, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Iowa, LA

Average UV index in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Iowa, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Iowa, LA

Average visibility in March - Iowa, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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