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 significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C). Elma's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during the nights of March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Elma is 80%.Rainfall
In March, in Elma, Iowa, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elma are January through May, October through December. In Elma, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elma, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Elma is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Elma, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:35 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 5.8h.UV index
In Elma, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
Is March cold in Elma?
What is the average humidity in March in Elma?
How many days does it rain in March in Elma?
How many days does it snow in March in Elma?
What is the average length of the day in March in Elma?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Elma?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Elma?
How long on average sun shines in March in Elma?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Elma?
Average temperature in March
Elma, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Elma, 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
Elma, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Elma, IA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Elma, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Elma, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Elma, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Elma, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elma, 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 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Elma, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Elma, IA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Elma, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Elma, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
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