March weather forecast
Cedar Falls, IA

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Weather in March

March weather in Cedar Falls, Iowa, signals the initial onset of spring. However, it contrasts starkly with February, as the snowfall reduces to 1.81" (46mm). Warmer sunny days emerge gradually, bidding adieu to the frosty winter. The chance of snow reduces, while the possibility of rain increases subtly. The town witnesses lengthening days as daylight hours start stretching to 12 hours.

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). During March, the temperature is averaged to a low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Cedar Falls, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cedar Falls, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cedar Falls, during March, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Cedar Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.5 days and aggregates up to 17.56" (446mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cedar Falls, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Cedar Falls, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:35 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 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cedar Falls is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Cedar Falls in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cedar Falls, Iowa, during March are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Cedar Falls?

In March, the average relative humidity in Cedar Falls, Iowa, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Cedar Falls?

In Cedar Falls, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Cedar Falls?

In Cedar Falls, in March, during 5.6 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cedar Falls have in March?

In March, the average day length in Cedar Falls is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cedar Falls?

On the first day of March in Cedar Falls, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Cedar Falls, Iowa, is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cedar Falls?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Cedar Falls, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average temperature in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cedar Falls, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average wind speed in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average humidity in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average rainfall in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average snowfall in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 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
Cedar Falls, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cedar Falls, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average UV index in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Cedar Falls, IA

Average visibility in March - Cedar Falls, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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