March weather forecast
Horton, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Horton, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and max 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in February to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Horton observes an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Horton, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Horton, there are 138.7 rainfall days, and 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Horton, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Horton, there are 43.6 snowfall days, and 19.25" (489mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Horton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Horton, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:35 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 is 6h.

UV index

In Horton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
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. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Horton?

In Horton, in March, the average high-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Horton?

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

How much does it rain in Horton in March?

In Horton, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Horton?

In Horton, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Horton, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Horton?

On the first day of March in Horton, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Horton?

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

Average temperature in March - Horton, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Horton, IA

Average pressure in March - Horton, 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
Horton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Horton, IA

Average humidity in March - Horton, 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
Horton, IA

Average rainfall in March - Horton, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

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

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Average rainfall days in March
Horton, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Horton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Horton, IA

Average snowfall in March - Horton, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Horton, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Horton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Horton, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

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
Horton, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Horton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Horton, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Horton, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Horton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Horton, IA

Average visibility in March - Horton, 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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