March weather forecast
Homestead, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Homestead, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in March, moving up from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Homestead's average low-temperature for the month of March records at a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

In Homestead, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Homestead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Homestead, Iowa. In Homestead, in March, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Homestead, there are 35.1 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Homestead is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Homestead, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Homestead, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Homestead, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Homestead in March?

During March, Homestead experiences an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Homestead?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Homestead?

In Homestead, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Homestead?

In March, in Homestead, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Homestead have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Homestead?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Homestead is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Homestead?

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

Average temperature in March - Homestead, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Homestead, IA

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

Average wind speed in March - Homestead, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Homestead, IA

Average humidity in March - Homestead, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Homestead, IA

Average rainfall in March - Homestead, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in March
Homestead, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Homestead, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Homestead, IA

Average snowfall in March - Homestead, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Homestead, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Homestead, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 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
Homestead, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Homestead, 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 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Homestead, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Homestead, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Homestead, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Homestead, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Homestead, IA

Average visibility in March - Homestead, 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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