March weather forecast
Dexter, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dexter, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and max 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival witnesses a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's cold 32°F (0°C) to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Dexter witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Dexter, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Dexter, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dexter, there are 117.3 rainfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dexter, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dexter, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 9.29" (236mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dexter, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Dexter, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 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

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Dexter, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Dexter?

In Dexter, 46.9°F (8.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Dexter?

In Dexter, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dexter?

In Dexter, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dexter in March?

In Dexter, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dexter have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Dexter?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Dexter, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dexter, Iowa, 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 Dexter?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Dexter, Iowa, is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Dexter?

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

Average temperature in March - Dexter, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°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 (14.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Dexter, IA

Average pressure in March - Dexter, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Dexter, IA

Average wind speed in March - Dexter, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Dexter, IA

Average humidity in March - Dexter, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dexter, IA

Average rainfall in March - Dexter, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dexter, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Dexter, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dexter, IA

Average snowfall in March - Dexter, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Dexter, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Dexter, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 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
Dexter, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dexter, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dexter, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Dexter, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dexter, IA

Average UV index in March - Dexter, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Dexter, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Dexter, 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 30).

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Average visibility in March
Dexter, IA

Average visibility in March - Dexter, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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