March weather forecastAlta, IA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Alta, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Temperature
A notable increase in the average high-temperature is observed during March, soaring from a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in February to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). In the month of March, Alta witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Alta, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Alta, in March, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. In Alta, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.Daylight
In Alta, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Alta, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:46 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 Alta, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. 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
Average temperature in March
Alta, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 44.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Alta, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Alta, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Alta, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Alta, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in March
Alta, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Alta, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.07"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Alta, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Alta, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Alta, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Alta, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Alta, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
