March weather forecast
Glidden, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Glidden, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is noticeable in March, with an increase from a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). An average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Glidden, Iowa, during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Glidden, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Glidden, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.1 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Glidden. In Glidden, in March, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Glidden, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Glidden, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:43 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 in Glidden is 6.1h.

UV index

In Glidden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Glidden?

In Glidden, in March, the average high-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Glidden?

In Glidden, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Glidden in March?

In Glidden, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Glidden in March?

In Glidden, during March, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Glidden?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Glidden?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Glidden?

In Glidden, 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
Glidden, IA

Average temperature in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Glidden, IA

Average pressure in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Glidden, IA

Average wind speed in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Glidden, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Glidden, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Glidden, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Glidden, IA

Average snowfall in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Glidden, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Glidden, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Glidden, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Glidden, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in March
Glidden, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Glidden, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Glidden, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Glidden, IA

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

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

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