March weather forecast
Colwell, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Colwell, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

Colwell's March weather is marked by a distinct rise in high-temperatures, escalating from a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

In Colwell, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Colwell, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Colwell, there are 136.1 rainfall days, and 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Colwell, in March, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. In Colwell, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.5 days and aggregates up to 25.04" (636mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Colwell, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Colwell?

March temperatures in Colwell, Iowa, vary between a high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Colwell?

In Colwell, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Colwell in March?

In Colwell, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Colwell?

In Colwell, during March, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Colwell?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Colwell?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Colwell, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Colwell, Iowa, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Colwell have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Colwell, Iowa, is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Colwell?

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

Average temperature in March - Colwell, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Colwell, IA

Average pressure in March - Colwell, 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
Colwell, IA

Average wind speed in March - Colwell, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Colwell, IA

Average humidity in March - Colwell, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Colwell, IA

Average rainfall in March - Colwell, 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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Colwell, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Colwell, 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).

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Average snowfall in March
Colwell, IA

Average snowfall in March - Colwell, 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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Colwell, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Colwell, 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Colwell, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Colwell, 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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Colwell, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Colwell, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Colwell, IA

Average UV index in March - Colwell, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Colwell, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Colwell, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Colwell, IA

Average visibility in March - Colwell, 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).

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