March weather forecast
Gilbertville, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Gilbertville, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

Gilbertville's transition into March is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). An average minimum temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) marks the month of March in Gilbertville.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Gilbertville is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, in Gilbertville, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.6 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gilbertville, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In Gilbertville, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.6 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Gilbertville, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Gilbertville during March?

The high-temperature in Gilbertville, Iowa, during March is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gilbertville?

In Gilbertville, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Gilbertville?

In Gilbertville, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Gilbertville?

In Gilbertville, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gilbertville have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gilbertville?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Gilbertville have in March?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Gilbertville?

In Gilbertville, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Gilbertville, IA

Average temperature in March - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

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Average pressure in March
Gilbertville, IA

Average pressure in March - Gilbertville, 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
Gilbertville, IA

Average wind speed in March - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Gilbertville, IA

Average humidity in March - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Gilbertville, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in March
Gilbertville, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Gilbertville, IA

Average snowfall in March - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Gilbertville, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Gilbertville, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Gilbertville, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in March
Gilbertville, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Gilbertville, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Gilbertville, IA

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

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

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