March weather forecast
Algona, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Algona, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C) in February to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). In the month of March, Algona records a consistent average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Algona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Algona, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Algona, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.9 days and aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Algona, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Algona, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Algona, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Algona in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Algona, records 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Algona?

The average relative humidity in March in Algona is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Algona?

In Algona, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Algona in March?

In Algona, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Algona?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Algona?

On the first day of March in Algona, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Algona?

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 Algona?

In Algona, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Algona?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Algona, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Algona, IA

Average temperature in March - Algona, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Algona, IA

Average pressure in March - Algona, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Algona, IA

Average wind speed in March - Algona, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Algona, IA

Average humidity in March - Algona, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in March
Algona, IA

Average rainfall in March - Algona, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Algona, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Algona, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Algona, IA

Average snowfall in March - Algona, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Algona, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Algona, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Algona, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Algona, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Algona, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Algona, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Algona, IA

Average UV index in March - Algona, 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 December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Algona, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Algona, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Algona, IA

Average visibility in March - Algona, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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