March weather forecast
Dunlap, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dunlap, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average high of 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

As Dunlap transitions into March, a marked increase in the average high-temperature is observed, rising from a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C) in February to a frosty 48°F (8.9°C). During March, Dunlap witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In Dunlap, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Dunlap, during March, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Dunlap, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.4 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dunlap, Iowa. In Dunlap, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.1 snowfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Dunlap, sunrise is at 7:05 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dunlap is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Dunlap?

The high-temperature, in March, in Dunlap, records 48°F (8.9°C), while the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dunlap?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Dunlap in March?

In Dunlap, Iowa, in March, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Dunlap?

In Dunlap, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dunlap have in March?

In March, the average day length in Dunlap, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Dunlap?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Dunlap is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Dunlap?

In Dunlap, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dunlap, IA

Average temperature in March - Dunlap, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Dunlap, IA

Average pressure in March - Dunlap, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Dunlap, IA

Average wind speed in March - Dunlap, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Dunlap, IA

Average humidity in March - Dunlap, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dunlap, IA

Average rainfall in March - Dunlap, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dunlap, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Dunlap, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dunlap, IA

Average snowfall in March - Dunlap, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

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
Dunlap, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Dunlap, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dunlap, 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 2min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dunlap, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Dunlap, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dunlap, IA

Average UV index in March - Dunlap, 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
Dunlap, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Dunlap, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Dunlap, IA

Average visibility in March - Dunlap, 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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