March weather forecast
Bankston, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Bankston, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

In Bankston, the average high-temperature in March significantly increases from a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in February to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bankston, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bankston, there are 150.8 rainfall days, and 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Bankston. In Bankston, during March, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.4 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bankston is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Bankston, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Bankston, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bankston in March?

In Bankston, 42.8°F (6°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Bankston?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Bankston in March?

In Bankston, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bankston in March?

In Bankston, Iowa, in March, during 7.9 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Bankston?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

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

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

In Bankston, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Bankston?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bankston, IA

Average temperature in March - Bankston, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bankston, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Bankston, IA

Average wind speed in March - Bankston, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

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 (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bankston, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bankston, IA

Average rainfall in March - Bankston, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bankston, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Bankston, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bankston, IA

Average snowfall in March - Bankston, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bankston, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Bankston, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bankston, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bankston, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Bankston, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bankston, IA

Average UV index in March - Bankston, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Bankston, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Bankston, IA

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).

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