March weather forecastCharles City, IA
March
Weather in March
The imminent arrival of spring is felt in Charles City with the March weather showing definitive signs of warming. The shift from the biting temperatures of February is profound, accelerating the melting of the snow that beautifully mantles the city. As the snowfall drops significantly to 3.07" (78mm), the city's landscape transforms. There’s an undeniable increase in the daylight hours, which suffuses the city with a growing air of cheerfulness. Therefore, March heralds the rebirth of nature, setting the stage for the colorful and vibrant promise of spring.Temperature
March indicates a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, moving up from a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout March, Charles City registers a consistent average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Humidity
In Charles City, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Charles City, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.1 rainfall days, and 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Charles City, during March, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.5 snowfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:36 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
The average sunshine in March is 5.9h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Charles City, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.5°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 (22.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.7°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 (10.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Charles City, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Charles City, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Charles City, IA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Charles City, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").
Average rainfall days in March
Charles City, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Charles City, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.07"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Charles City, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Charles City, 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: 5h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Charles City, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Charles City, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Charles City, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Charles City, 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).
