March weather forecastBedford, IA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Bedford, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).Temperature
March's arrival sees a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's cold 34.7°F (1.5°C) to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). In Bedford, March nights cool down to an average of 33.4°F (0.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Bedford, in March, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.8 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bedford, in March, during 4 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bedford, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:43 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
In Bedford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Bedford, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Bedford, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Bedford, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Bedford, IA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Bedford, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Bedford, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Bedford, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Bedford, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bedford, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Bedford, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Bedford, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Bedford, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Bedford, 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).





