March weather forecast
Atlantic, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Atlantic, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from an icy 32°F (0°C) to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Atlantic dips to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) on average during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Atlantic, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Atlantic, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.7 days and collects up to 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Atlantic, in March, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Atlantic, Iowa, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Atlantic is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Atlantic, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:44 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 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Atlantic is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Atlantic in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Atlantic, is 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Atlantic?

In Atlantic, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Atlantic?

In Atlantic, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Atlantic in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Atlantic?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Atlantic, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Atlantic, Iowa, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Atlantic have in March?

In Atlantic, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Atlantic?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Atlantic 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
Atlantic, IA

Average temperature in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Atlantic, IA

Average pressure in March - Atlantic, 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
Atlantic, IA

Average wind speed in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Atlantic, IA

Average humidity in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Atlantic, IA

Average rainfall in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Atlantic, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Atlantic, IA

Average snowfall in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Atlantic, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Atlantic, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Atlantic, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Atlantic, IA

Average UV index in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Atlantic, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Atlantic, IA

Average visibility in March - Atlantic, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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