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
March's arrival is marked by a notable elevation in high-temperatures, rising from a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) in February to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). During March, Elkport's temperature averages to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) at night.Humidity
In Elkport, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Elkport, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Elkport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.5 days and collects up to 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elkport are January through May, October through December. In Elkport, during March, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.6 snowfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Elkport is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Elkport, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:30 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 6.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Elkport is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is March in Elkport?
What is the average humidity in March in Elkport?
How many days does it rain in March in Elkport?
How many days does it snow in March in Elkport?
What is the average length of the day in March in Elkport?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Elkport?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Elkport?
How many hours of sunshine does Elkport have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in Elkport?
Average temperature in March
Elkport, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Elkport, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Elkport, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Elkport, IA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Elkport, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in March
Elkport, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Elkport, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Elkport, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elkport, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Elkport, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Elkport, IA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Elkport, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Elkport, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).
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