March weather forecast
Council Bluffs, IA

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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 Council Bluffs steps into March, the average high-temperature increases significantly from the a wintry 34°F (1.1°C) of February to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). In Council Bluffs, the March nights cool down to an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Council Bluffs, in March, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, there are 122.5 rainfall days, and 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Council Bluffs, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Council Bluffs, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Council Bluffs is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Council Bluffs, 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 in Council Bluffs is 6.5h.

UV index

In Council Bluffs, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Council Bluffs?

Council Bluffs in March has an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Council Bluffs?

In March, the average relative humidity in Council Bluffs is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March in Council Bluffs?

In Council Bluffs, in March, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Council Bluffs in March?

In Council Bluffs, Iowa, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Council Bluffs?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Council Bluffs?

On the first day of March in Council Bluffs, Iowa, 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.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Council Bluffs?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Council Bluffs?

In Council Bluffs, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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).

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Average pressure in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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).

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Average humidity in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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).

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Average UV index in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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).

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Average visibility in March
Council Bluffs, IA

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).

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