March weather forecast
Mount Lucia, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mount Lucia, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average high of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature rise, advancing from February's freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). An average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is recorded in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Mount Lucia, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 122 rainfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mount Lucia, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mount Lucia, Iowa, there are 38 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) 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 6:59 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Mount Lucia, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mount Lucia in March?

During March, Mount Lucia experiences an average high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Mount Lucia, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Mount Lucia, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Lucia have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Mount Lucia, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Mount Lucia have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average temperature in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average pressure in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average wind speed in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average humidity in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average rainfall in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average snowfall in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average UV index in March - Mount Lucia, 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
Mount Lucia, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Mount Lucia, IA

Average visibility in March - Mount Lucia, IA
  • 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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