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
March is marked by a significant increase, with the average high-temperature advancing from a freezing cold 30.6°F in February to a frosty 45.7°F. Ames, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 31.1°F.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Ames is 76%.Rainfall
In Ames, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.69" of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ames, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.6 days and collects up to 27.48" of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ames, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" of snow. Throughout the year, in Ames, there are 36.2 snowfall days, and 15.43" of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.
Sunshine
In Ames, Iowa, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.UV index
In Ames, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
FAQ
What is the average March temperature in Ames?
What is the average humidity in March in Ames?
How many days does it rain in March in Ames?
How much does it snow in Ames in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Ames?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ames?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Ames?
How long on average sun shines in March in Ames?
What is the UV index reading in March in Ames?
Average temperature in March
Ames, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 45.7°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 (26.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Ames, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ames, 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 (7.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Ames, IA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Ames, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in March
Ames, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ames, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ames, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 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
Ames, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ames, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Ames, 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 January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Ames, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Ames, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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