March weather forecastColumbia, IA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Columbia, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.5°F (0.3°C) and max 47.8°F (8.8°C).Temperature
March's onset brings a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, soaring from a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Throughout March nights, Columbia experiences a consistent temperature average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).Humidity
In Columbia, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Columbia, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.3 days and collects up to 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Columbia, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Columbia, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:37 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 6.2h.UV index
In Columbia, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Columbia, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Columbia, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Columbia, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Columbia, IA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Columbia, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Columbia, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Columbia, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.75"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Columbia, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Columbia, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Columbia, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Columbia, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Columbia, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Columbia, 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).
