March weather forecast
Sergeant Bluff, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sergeant Bluff, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). Sergeant Bluff's average low-temperature in March is measured at a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Sergeant Bluff, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Sergeant Bluff, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.3 days and collects up to 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sergeant Bluff, during March, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.1 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sergeant Bluff, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:50 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 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, in Sergeant Bluff, the average high-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sergeant Bluff?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sergeant Bluff, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Sergeant Bluff, Iowa, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:50 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Sergeant Bluff, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average temperature in March - Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°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 (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average pressure in March - Sergeant Bluff, 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
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average wind speed in March - Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average humidity in March - Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average rainfall in March - Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average snowfall in March - Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sergeant Bluff, 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 2min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average UV index in March - Sergeant Bluff, 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
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Sergeant Bluff, IA

Average visibility in March - Sergeant Bluff, 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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