March weather forecast
Carpenter, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Carpenter, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

In Carpenter, the average high-temperature in March soars, from a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in February, to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). Carpenter experiences an average low-temperature reading of 27°F (-2.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Carpenter, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.3 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 57 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Carpenter is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Carpenter is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Carpenter?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Carpenter, Iowa, are 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Carpenter?

In Carpenter, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Carpenter?

In Carpenter, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Carpenter in March?

In Carpenter, Iowa, in March, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Carpenter have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Carpenter?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Carpenter?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Carpenter, IA

Average temperature in March - Carpenter, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°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°F).

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Average pressure in March
Carpenter, IA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Carpenter, IA

Average wind speed in March - Carpenter, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Carpenter, IA

Average humidity in March - Carpenter, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Carpenter, IA

Average rainfall in March - Carpenter, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Carpenter, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Carpenter, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Carpenter, IA

Average snowfall in March - Carpenter, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Carpenter, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 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
Carpenter, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carpenter, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Carpenter, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Carpenter, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Carpenter, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Carpenter, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Carpenter, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Carpenter, IA

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

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

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