March weather forecastDawson, IA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Dawson, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average high of 46.4°F (8°C).Temperature
March marks a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, ascending from February's subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Dawson records a consistent low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during March nights.Humidity
In Dawson, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Dawson, during March, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In Dawson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.7 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Dawson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Dawson, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Dawson, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 46.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).
Average pressure in March
Dawson, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dawson, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Dawson, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Dawson, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in March
Dawson, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dawson, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dawson, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dawson, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dawson, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Dawson, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Dawson, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Dawson, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
