Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a fresh 50°F (10°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 34.2°F (1.2°C) is noted.Humidity
In Ames, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.Rainfall
In Ames, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ames, in March, during 7.2 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ames, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.Daylight
In Ames, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average March temperature in Ames?
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Average temperature in March
Ames, WV
- Average high temperature in March: 50°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Ames, WV
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ames, WV
- Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Ames, WV
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Ames, WV
- Average rainfall in March: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in March
Ames, WV
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ames, WV
- Average snowfall in March: 4.49"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ames, WV
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ames, WV
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ames, WV
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Ames, WV
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Ames, WV
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Ames, WV
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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