March weather forecast
Armstrong, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Armstrong, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

A clear escalation in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of March, advancing from a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in February to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). During March, Armstrong consistently records a temperature low averaging a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In Armstrong, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Armstrong, in March, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Armstrong, in March, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.8 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Armstrong, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Armstrong, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Armstrong is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Armstrong?

During March, Armstrong experiences an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Armstrong?

In March, the average relative humidity in Armstrong, Iowa, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Armstrong?

In Armstrong, Iowa, in March, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Armstrong in March?

In March, in Armstrong, Iowa, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Armstrong have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Armstrong?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Armstrong, Iowa, 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 Armstrong?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Armstrong, Iowa, is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Armstrong?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Armstrong, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Armstrong, IA

Average temperature in March - Armstrong, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°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 (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Armstrong, IA

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

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

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Average wind speed in March
Armstrong, IA

Average wind speed in March - Armstrong, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Armstrong, IA

Average humidity in March - Armstrong, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

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
Armstrong, IA

Average rainfall in March - Armstrong, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Armstrong, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Armstrong, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Armstrong, IA

Average snowfall in March - Armstrong, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Armstrong, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Armstrong, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Armstrong, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Armstrong, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Armstrong, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Armstrong, IA

Average UV index in March - Armstrong, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Armstrong, IA

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

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

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Average visibility in March
Armstrong, IA

Average visibility in March - Armstrong, 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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