March weather forecast
Fontanelle, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Fontanelle, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

Fontanelle's March weather is characterized by a distinct upsurge in high-temperatures, soaring from February's icy 32°F (0°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). Nighttime temperatures in March average to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Fontanelle, Iowa, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fontanelle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fontanelle. In Fontanelle, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In Fontanelle, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 15.71" (399mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Fontanelle is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Fontanelle?

In Fontanelle, in March, the average high-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fontanelle?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Fontanelle in March?

In March, in Fontanelle, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Fontanelle?

In Fontanelle, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fontanelle have in March?

The average day length in March in Fontanelle is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fontanelle?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fontanelle, Iowa, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fontanelle?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fontanelle, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fontanelle, IA

Average temperature in March - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fontanelle, IA

Average pressure in March - Fontanelle, 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fontanelle, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (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
Fontanelle, IA

Average humidity in March - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fontanelle, IA

Average rainfall in March - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fontanelle, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fontanelle, IA

Average snowfall in March - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fontanelle, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Fontanelle, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fontanelle, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fontanelle, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Fontanelle, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Fontanelle, IA

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

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

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