Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
A notable increase in the average high-temperature is observed during March, soaring from a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in February to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature in Cresco, Iowa, falls to an average of 26.6°F (-3°C).Humidity
In Cresco, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Cresco, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cresco, in March, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cresco, Iowa, there are 61.5 snowfall days, and 25.43" (646mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Cresco, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:34 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 in Cresco is 5.6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cresco is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Cresco in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Cresco?
How much does it rain in Cresco in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Cresco?
How many hours of daylight does Cresco have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cresco?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Cresco?
How many hours of sunshine does Cresco have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in Cresco?
Average temperature in March
Cresco, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).
Average pressure in March
Cresco, 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
Cresco, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Cresco, IA
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Cresco, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in March
Cresco, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cresco, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.23"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cresco, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cresco, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cresco, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Cresco, IA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Cresco, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Cresco, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).
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