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
Alta Vista's transition into March is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C). During the month of March, Alta Vista experiences a steady low-temperature average of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Alta Vista is 80%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98 rainfall days, and 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Alta Vista, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Alta Vista, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Alta Vista is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:35 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 5.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Alta Vista in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Alta Vista?
How much does it rain in Alta Vista in March?
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What is the average length of the day in March in Alta Vista?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Alta Vista?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Alta Vista?
How long on average sun shines in March in Alta Vista?
What is the UV index reading in March in Alta Vista?
Average temperature in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 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 days).
Average snowfall in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alta Vista, 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 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Alta Vista, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
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