March weather forecastCedar Rapids, IA
March
Weather in March
As spring approaches, Cedar Rapids transitions smoothly from the harsh winter, with the lowest snowfall for the year at 0.79" (20mm). The increased daylight hours indicative of spring's arrival melt some snow away and warm up the days a bit. However, residents should not pack away the winter gear just yet, as the chilly temperatures persist, albeit in more manageable amounts. With the retreating snow, the rainfall makes its debut, marking the onset of spring. However, this increase in precipitation does not hinder visibility, which remains consistent.Temperature
As Cedar Rapids transitions into March, a marked increase in the average high-temperature is observed, rising from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). Throughout the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is noted.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Cedar Rapids is 76%.Rainfall
In Cedar Rapids, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cedar Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.7 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cedar Rapids, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Cedar Rapids, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Cedar Rapids, 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Cedar Rapids, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
