March weather forecast
Fertile, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Fertile, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and max 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

Fertile's weather experiences a significant temperature rise with the arrival of March, soaring from a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C). Fertile's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Fertile is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Fertile, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fertile, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fertile. In Fertile, in March, during 8.6 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fertile, there are 60.2 snowfall days, and 26.26" (667mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Fertile, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:39 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 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fertile, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Fertile?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Fertile, is 41.4°F (5.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fertile?

In March, the average relative humidity in Fertile, Iowa, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fertile?

In Fertile, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Fertile?

In March, in Fertile, Iowa, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fertile have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Fertile?

On the first day of March in Fertile, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fertile, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Fertile have in March?

In Fertile, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fertile?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fertile is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fertile, IA

Average temperature in March - Fertile, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°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 (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fertile, IA

Average pressure in March - Fertile, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fertile, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fertile, IA

Average humidity in March - Fertile, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fertile, IA

Average rainfall in March - Fertile, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fertile, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Fertile, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fertile, IA

Average snowfall in March - Fertile, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fertile, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Fertile, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 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
Fertile, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fertile, 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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fertile, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Fertile, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fertile, IA

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Fertile, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Fertile, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Fertile, IA

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

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

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