March weather forecastCarter Lake, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Carter Lake, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).Temperature
The shift into March is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's icy 34°F (1.1°C) to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). During the month of March, Carter Lake's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 33.4°F (0.8°C).Humidity
In Carter Lake, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.Rainfall
In Carter Lake, in March, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carter Lake, there are 122.5 rainfall days, and 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Carter Lake, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In Carter Lake, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Carter Lake is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Carter Lake, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Carter Lake is 6.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Carter Lake, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Carter Lake, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Carter Lake, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Carter Lake, IA
- Average humidity in March: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in March
Carter Lake, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Carter Lake, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Carter Lake, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Carter Lake, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Carter Lake, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Carter Lake, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Carter Lake, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Carter Lake, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Carter Lake, 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).
