March weather forecast
Floyd, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Floyd, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

In Floyd, stepping into March signifies a significant temperature increment, moving up from February's subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). During March, Floyd consistently records a temperature low averaging a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Floyd, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Floyd, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.1 days and collects up to 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Floyd, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.5 snowfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Floyd, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Floyd, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Floyd, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Floyd is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Floyd during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Floyd during March are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Floyd?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Floyd?

In Floyd, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Floyd in March?

In Floyd, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Floyd have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Floyd?

On the first day of March in Floyd, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.

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

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

In Floyd, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Floyd?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Floyd is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Floyd, IA

Average temperature in March - Floyd, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°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).

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Average pressure in March
Floyd, IA

Average pressure in March - Floyd, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Floyd, IA

Average wind speed in March - Floyd, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

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 (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Floyd, IA

Average humidity in March - Floyd, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Floyd, IA

Average rainfall in March - Floyd, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in March
Floyd, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Floyd, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Floyd, IA

Average snowfall in March - Floyd, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Floyd, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Floyd, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Floyd, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Floyd, 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: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Floyd, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Floyd, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Floyd, IA

Average UV index in March - Floyd, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Floyd, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Floyd, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Floyd, IA

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

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

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