March weather forecast
Iowa, USA

March in Iowa is a month of transition, signaling the slow emergence from winter's grip and the onset of spring. Temperatures during this period start to climb, making daytime readings more temperate, often hovering between 40°F (4.4°C) and 50°F (10°C). However, nights can still be chilly, sometimes dropping near or below freezing. These fluctuating conditions can lead to frosty mornings, especially in low-lying areas.

Snowfall, while possible, becomes less prevalent as the month progresses. Instead, rainfall becomes more dominant, indicative of the impending spring season. The combined effect of rising temperatures and increased rainfall often results in the melting of accumulated snow from previous months. This melting, combined with March's precipitation, can lead to muddy conditions in various parts of the state, especially in areas with poorer drainage.

When compared to February, March is visibly warmer and wetter. The increased hours of sunlight, coupled with milder temperatures, slowly revive the state's natural landscapes. Trees begin budding, and early spring flowers might make their debut towards the month's end.

Regionally, cities near large water bodies, like Burlington on the Mississippi River, could experience slightly more moderated temperatures due to the thermal properties of the water. It's also worth noting that March in Iowa is characterized by its unpredictability, with occasional late-season snowstorms or early heatwaves. This variability is a testament to the transitional nature of the month, bridging the gap between winter and spring.

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• Des Moines - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Des Moines, Iowa, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Des Moines in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Cedar Rapids - March »
  In Cedar Rapids in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cedar Rapids, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.
• Davenport - March »
  In Davenport, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Davenport, during March, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.
• Sioux City - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Sioux City, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Sioux City, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow.
• Iowa City - March »
  In Iowa City, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Iowa City, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.
• Waterloo - March »
  In Waterloo in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Waterloo in March, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Ames - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ames and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Ames in March, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.
• West Des Moines - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in West Des Moines and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In West Des Moines during March, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.
• Council Bluffs - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Council Bluffs and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Council Bluffs, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.
• Dubuque - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dubuque, Iowa, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Dubuque, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.
• Ankeny - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ankeny, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Ankeny in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Urbandale - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Urbandale, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Urbandale, Iowa, in March, during 4.4 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.