March weather forecastKeokuk, IA
March
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 Keokuk enters March, the average high-temperature increases from the an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C) of February to a cool 50°F (10°C). In the month of March, the average low-temperature usually rests at an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In March, in Keokuk, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Keokuk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation.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. In Keokuk, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 11.3" (287mm) of snow.Daylight
In Keokuk, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, 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.
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
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
