March weather forecast
Arcadia, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Arcadia, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

Arcadia's transition into March is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). In the month of March, Arcadia experiences an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In Arcadia, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Arcadia, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126.1 rainfall days, and 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Arcadia. In Arcadia, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Arcadia, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.5 days and aggregates up to 18.23" (463mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Arcadia, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Arcadia, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:45 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 March, the average sunshine in Arcadia is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Arcadia is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Arcadia?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Arcadia, is 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Arcadia?

In March, the average relative humidity in Arcadia is 75%.

How much does it rain in Arcadia in March?

In Arcadia, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Arcadia in March?

In Arcadia, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Arcadia is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Arcadia?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

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

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 Arcadia?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Arcadia?

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

Average temperature in March - Arcadia, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°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: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Arcadia, IA

Average pressure in March - Arcadia, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Arcadia, IA

Average wind speed in March - Arcadia, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Arcadia, IA

Average humidity in March - Arcadia, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Arcadia, IA

Average rainfall in March - Arcadia, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Arcadia, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Arcadia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Arcadia, IA

Average snowfall in March - Arcadia, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Arcadia, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Arcadia, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arcadia, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Arcadia, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Arcadia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Arcadia, IA

Average UV index in March - Arcadia, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Arcadia, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Arcadia, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Arcadia, IA

Average visibility in March - Arcadia, 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).

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