March weather forecast
Keokuk, IA

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Weather in March

By March, Keokuk begins to exhibit early signs of spring. An apparent temperature rise occurs as winter begins to lose its grip over the city. The arrival of rain is marked with an increase in rainfall from 1.46" (37mm) in February to 2.36" (60mm) in March. The longer daylight hours become more noticeable, and the chilly winds start to mellow out, paving the way for April’s weather dynamics.

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C) to a fresh 50°F (10°C). The average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) is witnessed in Keokuk during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Keokuk is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Keokuk, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Keokuk, there are 140.6 rainfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Keokuk, in March, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 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 is 6.6h.

UV index

In Keokuk, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. 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

What are the temperatures in Keokuk in March?

In Keokuk, 50°F (10°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.1°F (1.7°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Keokuk?

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

How much does it rain in Keokuk in March?

In Keokuk, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Keokuk?

In Keokuk, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Keokuk have in March?

In Keokuk, Iowa, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Keokuk?

On the first day of March in Keokuk, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Keokuk?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Keokuk, Iowa, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Keokuk?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Keokuk, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Keokuk, IA

Average temperature in March - Keokuk, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Keokuk, IA

Average pressure in March - Keokuk, 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
Keokuk, IA

Average wind speed in March - Keokuk, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Keokuk, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Keokuk, IA

Average rainfall in March - Keokuk, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in March
Keokuk, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Keokuk, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Keokuk, IA

Average snowfall in March - Keokuk, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Keokuk, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Keokuk, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Keokuk, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Keokuk, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Keokuk, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Keokuk, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Keokuk, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Keokuk, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Keokuk, IA

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

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

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