March weather forecastCouncil Bluffs, IA
March
Weather in March
March marks the beginning of spring with evident signs of winter thawing. In Council Bluffs, this change is most visible with the average high temperatures reaching nearly 50°F (10°C), a substantial improvement from the previous month. The enhanced sunlight duration of 12 hours prepares the environment for a blossoming spring. Local flora starts to regain color, and the general energy of the city picks up with the warmer weather. Council Bluffs in March could serve as a picturesque destination, sprouting with life after the long winter.Temperature
As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays a considerable increase, soaring from an icy 34°F (1.1°C) to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). March's average low-temperature reading settles at a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C).Humidity
In Council Bluffs, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.Rainfall
In Council Bluffs, in March, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Council Bluffs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.5 days and collects up to 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Council Bluffs are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:47 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 6.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average humidity in March: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Council Bluffs, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Council Bluffs, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Council Bluffs, 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).
