March weather forecast
Hilltop, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hilltop, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.1°F (6.7°C) and min 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

As Hilltop, Iowa, welcomes March, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct rise, moving from a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in February to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During the nights in March, Hilltop experiences a consistent average temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hilltop, Iowa, in March, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hilltop, there are 133.6 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hilltop, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In March, in Hilltop, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hilltop, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.6 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 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.
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 Hilltop is 6.1h.

UV index

In Hilltop, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Hilltop?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hilltop?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Hilltop?

In Hilltop, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hilltop in March?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hilltop have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Hilltop?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Hilltop, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

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

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 Hilltop have in March?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hilltop?

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

Average temperature in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average pressure in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average wind speed in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average humidity in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average rainfall in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average snowfall in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average UV index in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, IA

Average visibility in March - Hilltop, 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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