March weather forecast
Hillsboro, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Hillsboro, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.3°F (0.7°C) and max 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

Hillsboro's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). An average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hillsboro, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Hillsboro. In Hillsboro, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hillsboro, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 15" (381mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 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 March, the average sunshine in Hillsboro is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hillsboro in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Hillsboro, is 48.2°F (9°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hillsboro?

The average relative humidity in March in Hillsboro, Iowa, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Hillsboro in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Hillsboro?

On the first day of March in Hillsboro, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Hillsboro, Iowa, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hillsboro?

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

Average temperature in March - Hillsboro, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hillsboro, IA

Average pressure in March - Hillsboro, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Hillsboro, IA

Average wind speed in March - Hillsboro, 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 (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hillsboro, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hillsboro, IA

Average rainfall in March - Hillsboro, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hillsboro, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Hillsboro, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hillsboro, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hillsboro, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Hillsboro, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hillsboro, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hillsboro, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hillsboro, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Hillsboro, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hillsboro, IA

Average UV index in March - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Hillsboro, IA

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

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

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